Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung PL120

Here is a extended overview of the Pentax WG-3 and Samsung PL120, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was brought out 2 years later than the PL120 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the WG-3 scores vs the PL120 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 and Samsung PL120. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax WG-3 has got exterior 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) whilst the Samsung PL120 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check the Pentax WG-3 and Samsung PL120 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the WG-3 vs the PL120.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 and PL120 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 and PL120.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax WG-3 to provide extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern WG-3 will have a benefit in sensor technology.