Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung HZ50W

Its time to take a closer look at the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung HZ50W, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was manufactured 3 years later than the HZ50W and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the WG-3 GPS matches up against the HZ50W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung HZ50W. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-3 GPS comes with external 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 HZ50W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung HZ50W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the WG-3 GPS versus the HZ50W.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and HZ50W is 90 and 70 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-3 GPS and HZ50W.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax WG-3 GPS to produce greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer WG-3 GPS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.