Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB35F
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Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB35F 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
- Announced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Announced January 2014

Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB35F Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Pentax WG-10 and Samsung WB35F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The WG-10 was unveiled 6 months before the WB35F and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the WG-10 grades versus the WB35F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-10 and Samsung WB35F. The full galleries are available at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Samsung WB35F
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Pentax WG-10
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Common features in the Pentax WG-10 and Samsung WB35F
WG-10 | WB35F | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2014 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-10 comes with external 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) and the Samsung WB35F has sizing of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax WG-10 and Samsung WB35F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the WG-10 against the WB35F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-10 and WB35F is 93 and 93 respectively.

Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The image here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-10 and WB35F.
Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB35F to provide greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively.

Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Pentax WG-10 | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax WG-10 | Samsung WB35F |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-06-21 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
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 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 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 0.7fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 1.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 gr (0.37 lb) | 194 gr (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $0 | $130 |