Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB1100F
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Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB1100F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 512g - 125 x 87 x 96mm
- Revealed January 2014

Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB1100F Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Pentax WG-10 and Samsung WB1100F, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The WG-10 was released 6 months prior to the WB1100F so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the WG-10 grades vs the WB1100F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB1100F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-10 and Samsung WB1100F. The complete galleries are available at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Samsung WB1100F
WG-10 | WB1100F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB1100F over the Pentax WG-10
WB1100F | WG-10 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax WG-10 and Samsung WB1100F
WG-10 | WB1100F | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2014 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB1100F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-10 has outer dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung WB1100F has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") having a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).
See the Pentax WG-10 and Samsung WB1100F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-10 vs the WB1100F.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-10 and WB1100F is 93 and 67 respectively.

Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB1100F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The visual here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-10 and WB1100F.
Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung WB1100F to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively.

Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB1100F Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB1100F Specifications
Pentax WG-10 | Samsung WB1100F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax WG-10 | Samsung WB1100F |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-06-21 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 0.7fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 1.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 pounds) | 512g (1.13 pounds) |
Dimensions | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 125 x 87 x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $0 | $250 |