Pentax WG-3 vs Samsung NX300M

Lets examine more closely at the Pentax WG-3 versus Samsung NX300M, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is pretty similar but the WG-3 (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The WG-3 was announced 7 months later than the NX300M and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the WG-3 scores vs the NX300M with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 and Samsung NX300M. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-3 comes with exterior measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung NX300M has proportions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax WG-3 versus Samsung NX300M in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-3 against the NX300M.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 and NX300M is 90 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-3 and NX300M.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WG-3 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX300M will offer greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern WG-3 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.