Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung TL350
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Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung TL350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.8) lens
- 195g - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Released February 2010
- Also referred to as WB2000

Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung TL350 Overview
Following is a detailed assessment of the Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung TL350, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the WG-1 (14MP) and TL350 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WG-1 was introduced 12 months after the TL350 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the WG-1 matches up vs the TL350 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung TL350 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-1 and Samsung TL350. The whole galleries are available at Pentax WG-1 Gallery and Samsung TL350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Samsung TL350
WG-1 | TL350 | |||
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Released | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL350 over the Pentax WG-1
TL350 | WG-1 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax WG-1 and Samsung TL350
WG-1 | TL350 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung TL350 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-1 has external measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung TL350 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung TL350 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-1 vs the TL350.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-1 and TL350 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung TL350 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-1 and TL350.
Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Pentax WG-1 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern WG-1 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung TL350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung TL350 Specifications
Pentax Optio WG-1 | Samsung TL350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Optio WG-1 | Samsung TL350 |
Also Known as | - | WB2000 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-02-07 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.4-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 5.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 608 x 342 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 138 x 78 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 157 grams (0.35 lb) | 195 grams (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $350 | $400 |