Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Announced July 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Released February 2013
- Additionally referred to as Wi-Fi
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe WG-3 GPS was launched 5 months after the Galaxy Camera which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the WG-3 GPS scores vs the Galaxy Camera with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
WG-3 GPS | Galaxy Camera |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
Galaxy Camera | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Screen sizing | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 460k | Clearer screen (+462k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung Galaxy Camera
WG-3 GPS | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Released | July 2013 | February 2013 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-3 GPS features physical measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Look at the Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-3 GPS compared to the Galaxy Camera.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 GPS and Galaxy Camera is 90 and 90 respectively.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 GPS and Galaxy Camera.
Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Pentax WG-3 GPS | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax WG-3 GPS | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Alternative name | - | Wi-Fi |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-07-19 | 2013-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 238 gr (0.52 pounds) | 300 gr (0.66 pounds) |
Dimensions | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 | 240 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $350 | $450 |