Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung GX-1S

Lets examine more in depth at the Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung GX-1S, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Pentax and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the WG-3 (16MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the WG-3 (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The WG-3 was revealed 7 years later than the GX-1S and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the WG-3 scores against the GX-1S in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 & Samsung GX-1S. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 has exterior dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1S has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung GX-1S in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-3 vs the GX-1S.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 and GX-1S is 90 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 and GX-1S.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WG-3 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Pentax WG-3 will provide you with more detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern WG-3 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.