Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Here is a detailed assessment of the Pentax WG-3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was introduced 5 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the WG-3 scores against the Galaxy Camera 2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Pentax WG-3 comes with outside dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

See the Pentax WG-3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the WG-3 compared to the Galaxy Camera 2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The graphic here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 and Galaxy Camera 2.

To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you really should take the release date of the cameras into account.