Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung TL220

Here is a extended comparison of the Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung TL220, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 was unveiled 19 months later than the TL220 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the WG-1 matches up vs the TL220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-1 & Samsung TL220. The full galleries are provided at Pentax WG-1 Gallery & Samsung TL220 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Pentax WG-1 comes with outside measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL220 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung TL220 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-1 compared to the TL220.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-1 and TL220 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The photograph here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-1 and TL220.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-1 to give extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent WG-1 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.