Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV150F
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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Released January 2013
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Below is a comprehensive review of the Pentax WG-2 GPS versus Samsung DV150F, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe WG-2 GPS was brought out 11 months prior to the DV150F and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the WG-2 GPS grades against the DV150F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS & Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Samsung DV150F
WG-2 GPS | DV150F | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
DV150F | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Released | January 2013 | February 2012 | More recent by 11 months | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax WG-2 GPS and Samsung DV150F
WG-2 GPS | DV150F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-2 GPS features exterior measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax WG-2 GPS versus Samsung DV150F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the WG-2 GPS and the DV150F.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-2 GPS and DV150F is 91 and 96 respectively.
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The visual below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-2 GPS and DV150F.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should really take the age of the cameras into account. The older WG-2 GPS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | Samsung DV150F |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 198g (0.44 lbs) | 116g (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $300 | $150 |