Pentax WG-2 vs Samsung NX200

Following is a thorough assessment of the Pentax WG-2 versus Samsung NX200, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the NX200 (20MP) is relatively close but the WG-2 (1/2.3") and NX200 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The WG-2 was launched within a month of the NX200 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the WG-2 grades vs the NX200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio WG-2 & Samsung NX200. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-2 Gallery & Samsung NX200 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-2 has outside dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX200 has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

See the Pentax WG-2 versus Samsung NX200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-2 versus the NX200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-2 and NX200 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The image here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-2 and NX200.

To sum up, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WG-2 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX200 will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.