Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung TL220
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2009
- Also Known as ST500

Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung TL220 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung TL220, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and TL220 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The WG-3 GPS was unveiled 3 years later than the TL220 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the WG-3 GPS grades versus the TL220 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung TL220. The full galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Samsung TL220
WG-3 GPS | TL220 | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 48 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
TL220 | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung TL220
WG-3 GPS | TL220 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Pentax WG-3 GPS offers 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) whilst the Samsung TL220 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung TL220 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-3 GPS vs the TL220.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and TL220 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 GPS and TL220.
Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-3 GPS to show extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer WG-3 GPS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Pentax WG-3 GPS | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax WG-3 GPS | Samsung TL220 |
Also referred to as | - | ST500 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-07-19 | 2009-08-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 238 grams (0.52 pounds) | 169 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $350 | $90 |