Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung WB50F

Here, we are reviewing the Pentax WG-2 GPS versus Samsung WB50F, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 GPS was revealed 23 months prior to the WB50F making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the WG-2 GPS scores against the WB50F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS and Samsung WB50F. The full galleries are provided at Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-2 GPS provides outer dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check out the Pentax WG-2 GPS versus Samsung WB50F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-2 GPS against the WB50F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the WG-2 GPS and WB50F is 91 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-2 GPS and WB50F.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you will need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older WG-2 GPS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.