Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung SH100

Here is a in depth assessment of the Pentax WG-10 and Samsung SH100, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-10 was revealed 2 years later than the SH100 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the WG-10 grades against the SH100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax WG-10 & Samsung SH100. The full galleries are available at Pentax WG-10 Gallery & Samsung SH100 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-10 provides outer 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 SH100 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-10 compared to the SH100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-10 and SH100 is 93 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-10 and SH100.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern WG-10 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.