Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung WB50F

Here, we will be reviewing the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung WB50F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was launched 5 months before the WB50F so they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the WG-3 GPS grades versus the WB50F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 GPS & Samsung WB50F. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-3 GPS comes with physical 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 WB50F has proportions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-3 GPS versus the WB50F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and WB50F is 90 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 GPS and WB50F.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of files though you really should consider the age of the products into consideration.