Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung NX500

Lets look more closely at the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung NX500, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") and NX500 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The WG-3 GPS was unveiled 18 months earlier than the NX500 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WG-3 GPS grades vs the NX500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung NX500. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Samsung NX500 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 GPS offers outside measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Samsung NX500 has measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Compare the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Samsung NX500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-3 GPS vs the NX500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 GPS and NX500 is 90 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The visual here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 GPS and NX500.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-3 GPS with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Samsung NX500 will give you extra detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older WG-3 GPS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.