Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung DV300F
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Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched June 2013
(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
- Launched January 2012
Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Pentax WG-10 versus Samsung DV300F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe WG-10 was revealed 18 months after the DV300F which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the WG-10 matches up versus the DV300F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-10 and Samsung DV300F. The full galleries are available at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Samsung DV300F
WG-10 | DV300F | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | January 2012 | Newer by 18 months | |
Manual focus | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Pentax WG-10
DV300F | WG-10 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax WG-10 and Samsung DV300F
WG-10 | DV300F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-10 provides exterior dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung DV300F has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax WG-10 versus Samsung DV300F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-10 versus the DV300F.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-10 and DV300F is 93 and 96 respectively.
Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-10 and DV300F.
As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung DV300F to provide you with more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer WG-10 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Pentax WG-10 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax WG-10 | Samsung DV300F |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 0.7fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 1.20 m | 4.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $200 |