Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung WB250F
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Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung WB250F 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
- Announced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013

Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Pentax WG-1 versus Samsung WB250F, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WG-1 was launched 23 months prior to the WB250F which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the WG-1 grades vs the WB250F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-1 & Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-1 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Samsung WB250F
WG-1 | WB250F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Pentax WG-1
WB250F | WG-1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | Fresher by 23 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax WG-1 and Samsung WB250F
WG-1 | WB250F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Pentax WG-1 provides outside measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has specifications of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax WG-1 versus Samsung WB250F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-1 and the WB250F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-1 and WB250F is 93 and 93 respectively.

Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The visual here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-1 and WB250F.
To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of photos though you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older WG-1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Pentax Optio WG-1 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Optio WG-1 | Samsung WB250F |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-02-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
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) | 226 grams (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $350 | $250 |