Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung NX mini

Here is a in depth overview of the Pentax WG-3 and Samsung NX mini, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the WG-3 (16MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the WG-3 (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The WG-3 was announced 8 months before the NX mini so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the WG-3 grades vs the NX mini with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax WG-3 & Samsung NX mini. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 has physical measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax WG-3 and Samsung NX mini in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-3 against the NX mini.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 and NX mini is 90 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The graphic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 and NX mini.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WG-3 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX mini will show extra detail with its extra 4.5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older WG-3 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.