Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung DV150F

Here, we will be comparing the Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung DV150F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was released 7 months after the DV150F and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the WG-3 scores versus the DV150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 and Samsung DV150F. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-3 has got external dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung DV150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the WG-3 compared to the DV150F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 and DV150F is 90 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 and DV150F.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images though you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher WG-3 should have an edge in sensor technology.