Pentax WG-2 vs Samsung NX1000

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Pentax WG-2 versus Samsung NX1000, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is pretty similar but the WG-2 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.

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The WG-2 was released 2 months before the NX1000 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the WG-2 grades against the NX1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-2 & Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Pentax WG-2 has got external measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check out the Pentax WG-2 versus Samsung NX1000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-2 compared to the NX1000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-2 and NX1000 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-2 and NX1000.

As you have seen, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-2 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX1000 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively.