Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung EX2F
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Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Released July 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Launched December 2012

Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung EX2F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the WG-3 (16MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the WG-3 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor size.

The WG-3 was announced 8 months after the EX2F which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the WG-3 grades vs the EX2F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 & Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Samsung EX2F
WG-3 | EX2F | |||
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Launched | July 2013 | ![]() | December 2012 | More modern by 8 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Pentax WG-3
EX2F | WG-3 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Pentax WG-3 and Samsung EX2F
WG-3 | EX2F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 offers external measurements 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 EX2F has measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung EX2F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the WG-3 against the EX2F.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 and EX2F is 90 and 90 respectively.

Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 and EX2F.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WG-3 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Pentax WG-3 will give more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent WG-3 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Pentax WG-3 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax WG-3 | Samsung EX2F |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-07-19 | 2012-12-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/1.4-2.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 pounds) | 294 grams (0.65 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 48 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 209 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $300 | $478 |