Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung ST90

Following is a extensive overview of the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung ST90, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was launched 2 years after the ST90 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the WG-3 GPS scores vs the ST90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung ST90. The complete galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Samsung ST90 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-3 GPS enjoys 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) and the Samsung ST90 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung ST90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-3 GPS and the ST90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and ST90 is 90 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 GPS and ST90.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-3 GPS to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher WG-3 GPS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.