Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung ST95
90 Imaging
39 Features
44 Overall
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99 Imaging
38 Features
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Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung ST95 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Released July 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Released January 2011

Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung ST95 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung ST95, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the ST95 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The WG-3 was manufactured 2 years after the ST95 which is quite a significant gap 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 ST95 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the WG-3 matches up versus the ST95 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung ST95 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 and Samsung ST95. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Samsung ST95 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Samsung ST95
WG-3 | ST95 | |||
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Released | July 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 31 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Pentax WG-3
ST95 | WG-3 |
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Common features in the Pentax WG-3 and Samsung ST95
WG-3 | ST95 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung ST95 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 features external 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) and the Samsung ST95 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung ST95 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the WG-3 vs the ST95.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 and ST95 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung ST95 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The image here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 and ST95.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The younger WG-3 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung ST95 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung ST95 Specifications
Pentax WG-3 | Samsung ST95 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax WG-3 | Samsung ST95 |
Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Released | 2013-07-19 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $300 | $145 |