Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

The following is a detailed review of the Pentax WG-10 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-10 was introduced 10 months after the Galaxy Camera 3G and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the WG-10 scores vs the Galaxy Camera 3G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-10 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Pentax WG-10 has external dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Examine the Pentax WG-10 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-10 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-10 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 93 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The picture here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-10 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger WG-10 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.