Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Here is a detailed review of the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was released 11 months later than the Galaxy Camera 3G which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the WG-3 GPS matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 3G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-3 GPS has physical measurements 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 Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-3 GPS vs the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 90 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The photograph here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-3 GPS and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher WG-3 GPS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.