Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung WB30F

In this article, we will be evaluating the Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung WB30F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was brought out 7 months after the WB30F and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the WG-3 GPS scores vs the WB30F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 GPS & Samsung WB30F. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-3 GPS has outside dimensions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB30F has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung WB30F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-3 GPS compared to the WB30F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 GPS and WB30F is 90 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 GPS and WB30F.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of images however you will need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger WG-3 GPS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.