Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung CL80

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung CL80, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was brought out 3 years later than the CL80 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the WG-3 GPS scores vs the CL80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung CL80. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Samsung CL80 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-3 GPS enjoys outside dimensions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Samsung CL80 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung CL80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-3 GPS compared to the CL80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 GPS and CL80 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading specs. The graphic below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 GPS and CL80.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Pentax WG-3 GPS to offer extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer WG-3 GPS provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.