Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung ST80

Following is a complete comparison of the Pentax WG-10 versus Samsung ST80, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-10 was unveiled 3 years after the ST80 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the WG-10 matches up against the ST80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-10 & Samsung ST80. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-10 Gallery & Samsung ST80 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax WG-10 has 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 ST80 has specifications of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Pentax WG-10 versus Samsung ST80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-10 and the ST80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-10 and ST80 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The image here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-10 and ST80.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you should always factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern WG-10 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.