Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung ST93

Below is a extensive analysis of the Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung ST93, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-10 was released 2 years later than the ST93 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the WG-10 grades versus the ST93 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-10 and Samsung ST93. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-10 features physical measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung ST93 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung ST93 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-10 against the ST93.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-10 and ST93 is 93 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-10 and ST93.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung ST93 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer WG-10 should have an edge in sensor tech.