Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung GX-10

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Pentax WG-3 and Samsung GX-10, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Pentax and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the WG-3 (16MP) and GX-10 (10MP) and the WG-3 (1/2.3") and GX-10 (APS-C) use different sensor size.

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The WG-3 was revealed 6 years after the GX-10 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the WG-3 grades against the GX-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 & Samsung GX-10. The full galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 Gallery & Samsung GX-10 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-3 has got outer dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-10 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-3 and Samsung GX-10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-3 versus the GX-10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 and GX-10 is 90 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 and GX-10.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-3 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Pentax WG-3 will give greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern WG-3 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.