Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung TL210

Below, we are comparing the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung TL210, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and TL210 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was brought out 3 years later than the TL210 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the WG-3 GPS grades vs the TL210 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-3 GPS & Samsung TL210. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery & Samsung TL210 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-3 GPS features 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) whilst the Samsung TL210 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung TL210 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-3 GPS compared to the TL210.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and TL210 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 GPS and TL210.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-3 GPS to give you more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more recent WG-3 GPS is going to have an edge in sensor tech.