Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung HZ10W

In this article, we will be looking at the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung HZ10W, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The WG-3 GPS was brought out 4 years later than the HZ10W and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the WG-3 GPS matches up against the HZ10W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung HZ10W. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 GPS has physical dimensions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Samsung HZ10W has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung HZ10W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-3 GPS versus the HZ10W.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 GPS and HZ10W is 90 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The visual here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 GPS and HZ10W.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Pentax WG-3 GPS to provide you with greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent WG-3 GPS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.