Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung WB700

Lets look a bit more closely at the Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung WB700, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was introduced 2 years after the WB700 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the WG-3 GPS matches up versus the WB700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung WB700. The whole galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-3 GPS has outside 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) while the Samsung WB700 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung WB700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-3 GPS compared to the WB700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and WB700 is 90 and 98 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 GPS and WB700.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Pentax WG-3 GPS to give more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger WG-3 GPS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.