Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung ST80

Below is a thorough overview of the Pentax WG-3 versus Samsung ST80, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was revealed 3 years later than the ST80 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the WG-3 scores vs the ST80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax WG-3 and Samsung ST80. The full galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-3 has got outside measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung ST80 has proportions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-3 versus Samsung ST80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-3 vs the ST80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 and ST80 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 and ST80.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Pentax WG-3 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern WG-3 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.