Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung GX-1S

Here is a in depth analysis of the Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung GX-1S, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the WG-20 (14MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the WG-20 (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-20 was released 8 years later than the GX-1S and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the WG-20 grades vs the GX-1S with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-20 & Samsung GX-1S. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-20 comes with exterior measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1S has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-20 and the GX-1S.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WG-20 and GX-1S is 93 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-20 and GX-1S.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WG-20 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Ricoh WG-20 will produce more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher WG-20 will have an edge in sensor innovation.