Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung HZ15W

Let's examine more in depth at the Pentax WG-3 versus Samsung HZ15W, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the WG-3 (16MP) and HZ15W (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was brought out 4 years after the HZ15W which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the WG-3 scores versus the HZ15W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 & Samsung HZ15W. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 has physical measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung HZ15W has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-3 compared to the HZ15W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 and HZ15W is 90 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The image below should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-3 and HZ15W.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Pentax WG-3 to produce more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer WG-3 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.