Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung TL100
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Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Released June 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Alternative Name is ST50

Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung TL100 Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung TL100, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WG-10 was brought out 4 years after the TL100 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the WG-10 grades versus the TL100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-10 and Samsung TL100. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Samsung TL100
WG-10 | TL100 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 55 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Pentax WG-10
TL100 | WG-10 |
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Common features in the Pentax WG-10 and Samsung TL100
WG-10 | TL100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-10 provides physical dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung TL100 has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung TL100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the WG-10 against the TL100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-10 and TL100 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The pic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-10 and TL100.
To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Pentax WG-10 to render more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern WG-10 provides an advantage in sensor technology.

Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Pentax WG-10 | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax WG-10 | Samsung TL100 |
Also called | - | ST50 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-06-21 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 0.7 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 1.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) | 219 gr (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $0 | $22 |