Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung ST6500

Below is a detailed review of the Pentax WG-3 versus Samsung ST6500, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was announced 2 years later than the ST6500 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the WG-3 grades against the ST6500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 & Samsung ST6500. The whole galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-3 provides physical dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST6500 has sizing of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

See the Pentax WG-3 versus Samsung ST6500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the WG-3 and the ST6500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 and ST6500 is 90 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 and ST6500.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of images but you should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent WG-3 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.