Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung NX210
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung NX210 Key Specs
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- 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
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2013
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Revealed August 2012
- Superseded the Samsung NX200
- Replacement is Samsung NX300
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung NX210 Overview
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.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 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.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung NX210 Gallery
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Samsung NX210
WG-3 GPS | NX210 | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | August 2012 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
NX210 | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Display resolution | 614k | 460k | Crisper display (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung NX210
WG-3 GPS | NX210 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
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.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
Pentax WG-3 GPS | Samsung NX210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax WG-3 GPS | Samsung NX210 |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2013-07-19 | 2012-08-14 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 238g (0.52 pounds) | 222g (0.49 pounds) |
Dimensions | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 719 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photographs | 330 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $350 | $625 |