Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung ST6500

Here, we will be matching up the Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung ST6500, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-10 was revealed 2 years later than the ST6500 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the WG-10 matches up versus the ST6500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-10 and Samsung ST6500. The full galleries are provided at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-10 provides outside measurements 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 ST6500 has sizing of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung ST6500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-10 vs the ST6500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-10 and ST6500 is 93 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-10 and ST6500.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung ST6500 to render more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent WG-10 should have an advantage in sensor tech.