Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung NX3000

Let's look a little more closely at the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung NX3000, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the NX3000 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The WG-3 GPS was introduced 10 months prior to the NX3000 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the WG-3 GPS scores versus the NX3000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung NX3000. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax WG-3 GPS provides physical dimensions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Samsung NX3000 has specifications of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung NX3000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-3 GPS vs the NX3000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and NX3000 is 90 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 GPS and NX3000.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-3 GPS using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung NX3000 will resolve greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged WG-3 GPS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.