Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung NX30

On this page, we are matching up the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung NX30, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the NX30 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") and NX30 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The WG-3 GPS was launched 5 months earlier than the NX30 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the WG-3 GPS grades against the NX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung NX30. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Samsung NX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-3 GPS offers exterior measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Samsung NX30 has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Examine the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung NX30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the WG-3 GPS compared to the NX30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 GPS and NX30 is 90 and 75 respectively.

Normally, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The picture below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-3 GPS and NX30.

To sum up, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-3 GPS due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX30 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively.