Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung NX1100

Its time to examine more closely at the Pentax WG-3 versus Samsung NX1100, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the WG-3 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The WG-3 was manufactured 4 months after the NX1100 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the WG-3 matches up vs the NX1100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 and Samsung NX1100. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-3 features outer dimensions 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 NX1100 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check the Pentax WG-3 versus Samsung NX1100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-3 against the NX1100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 and NX1100 is 90 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 and NX1100.

As you can see, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WG-3 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX1100 will give you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively.