Pentax WG-2 vs Samsung WB800F

In this article, we are looking at the Pentax WG-2 and Samsung WB800F, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 was manufactured 11 months earlier than the WB800F which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the WG-2 scores vs the WB800F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio WG-2 and Samsung WB800F. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WG-2 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-2 has got external measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax WG-2 and Samsung WB800F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the WG-2 against the WB800F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-2 and WB800F is 91 and 92 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The picture here may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-2 and WB800F.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged WG-2 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.