Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung ST700

Its time to examine more closely at the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung ST700, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was manufactured 2 years after the ST700 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the WG-3 GPS matches up vs the ST700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung ST700. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-3 GPS enjoys outer dimensions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Samsung ST700 has proportions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-3 GPS against the ST700.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and ST700 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The image here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 GPS and ST700.

To sum up, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The newer WG-3 GPS will have a benefit in sensor tech.