Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung GX-20
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Revealed January 2008
- Replaced the Samsung GX-10

Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung GX-20 Overview
The following is a extended overview of the Ricoh WG-20 versus Samsung GX-20, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is relatively close but the WG-20 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

The WG-20 was introduced 6 years after the GX-20 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the WG-20 grades against the GX-20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung GX-20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung GX-20. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Samsung GX-20
WG-20 | GX-20 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2008 | Newer by 74 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Ricoh WG-20
GX-20 | WG-20 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung GX-20
WG-20 | GX-20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-20 comes with outside measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-20 has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Check out the Ricoh WG-20 versus Samsung GX-20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-20 versus the GX-20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-20 and GX-20 is 93 and 58 respectively.

Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-20 and GX-20.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-20 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung GX-20 will render greater detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger WG-20 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

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Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
Ricoh WG-20 | Samsung GX-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-20 | Samsung GX-20 |
Class | Waterproof | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2014-02-05 | 2008-01-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 15MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4688 x 3120 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lbs) | 800 gr (1.76 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 714 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $370 | $850 |