Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung DV150F

Below, we will be matching up the Pentax WG-10 versus Samsung DV150F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-10 was brought out 6 months after the DV150F which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the WG-10 grades vs the DV150F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-10 & Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-10 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Pentax WG-10 comes with outside measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Pentax WG-10 versus Samsung DV150F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-10 vs the DV150F.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WG-10 and DV150F is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-10 and DV150F.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung DV150F to show greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively.