Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung WB35F

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung WB35F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 was brought out 3 years earlier than the WB35F and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the WG-1 matches up versus the WB35F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio WG-1 and Samsung WB35F. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WG-1 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-1 has got outer 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) and the Samsung WB35F has proportions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung WB35F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-1 and the WB35F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-1 and WB35F is 93 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-1 and WB35F.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB35F to provide more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The older WG-1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.