Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung MV800

On this page, we are evaluating the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung MV800, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was announced 23 months later than the MV800 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the WG-3 GPS scores against the MV800 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung MV800. The whole galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 GPS features exterior 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 MV800 has measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

See the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung MV800 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 are working with at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the WG-3 GPS versus the MV800.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 GPS and MV800 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 GPS and MV800.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger WG-3 GPS will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.