Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung HZ10W

Here is a detailed analysis of the Pentax WG-3 and Samsung HZ10W, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the WG-3 (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was brought out 4 years later than the HZ10W and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the WG-3 scores against the HZ10W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 & Samsung HZ10W. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 Gallery & Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax WG-3 enjoys outer measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ10W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-3 vs the HZ10W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 and HZ10W is 90 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 and HZ10W.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Pentax WG-3 to offer you extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer WG-3 provides an edge in sensor technology.