Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung NX210

Below, we are looking at the Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung NX210, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is very well matched but the WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") and NX210 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-3 GPS was manufactured 12 months later than the NX210 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the WG-3 GPS grades vs the NX210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung NX210. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-3 GPS enjoys external measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Samsung NX210 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung NX210 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-3 GPS versus the NX210.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 GPS and NX210 is 90 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The graphic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-3 GPS and NX210.

All in all, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WG-3 GPS due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX210 will resolve greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The younger WG-3 GPS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.