Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB850F

Its time to look more closely at the Pentax WG-10 versus Samsung WB850F, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-10 was manufactured 18 months later than the WB850F making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the WG-10 grades versus the WB850F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-10 and Samsung WB850F. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-10 has outside dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB850F has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-10 versus Samsung WB850F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-10 against the WB850F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-10 and WB850F is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-10 and WB850F.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung WB850F to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The newer WG-10 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.