Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung NX mini

Let's look more in depth at the Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung NX mini, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the WG-2 GPS (16MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") have different sensor sizing.

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The WG-2 GPS was revealed 3 years earlier than the NX mini and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-2 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the WG-2 GPS matches up against the NX mini in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS and Samsung NX mini. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Pentax WG-2 GPS has got exterior dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has specifications of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Samsung NX mini in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the WG-2 GPS versus the NX mini.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-2 GPS and NX mini is 91 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-2 GPS and NX mini.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WG-2 GPS having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX mini will result in more detail because of its extra 4.5MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older WG-2 GPS will be behind in sensor tech.