Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV300F
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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Announced January 2012

Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV300F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WG-2 GPS was revealed 2 months later than the DV300F and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the WG-2 GPS matches up versus the DV300F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS and Samsung DV300F. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Samsung DV300F
WG-2 GPS | DV300F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
DV300F | WG-2 GPS |
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Common features in the Pentax WG-2 GPS and Samsung DV300F
WG-2 GPS | DV300F | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-2 GPS has got exterior dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung DV300F has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Look at the Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV300F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-2 GPS vs the DV300F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WG-2 GPS and DV300F is 91 and 96 respectively.

Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The visual here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-2 GPS and DV300F.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files although you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | Samsung DV300F |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2012-01-02 |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
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 | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | Widescreen 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 | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE 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) |
Highest 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 198g (0.44 lbs) | 133g (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $300 | $200 |