Pentax WG-2 vs Samsung WB30F

Below is a in depth assessment of the Pentax WG-2 and Samsung WB30F, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The WG-2 was manufactured 11 months prior to the WB30F so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the WG-2 grades vs the WB30F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio WG-2 & Samsung WB30F. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax WG-2 has got exterior dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-2 vs the WB30F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-2 and WB30F is 91 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-2 and WB30F.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos however you would want to take the age of the cameras into account. The older WG-2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.