Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Below, we will be comparing the Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung Galaxy NX, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is pretty similar but the WG-30 (1/2.3") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-30 was unveiled 16 months later than the Galaxy NX which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the WG-30 scores vs the Galaxy NX for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-30 has got physical measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Check the Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung Galaxy NX in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-30 against the Galaxy NX.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WG-30 and Galaxy NX is 91 and 82 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30 and Galaxy NX.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-30 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung Galaxy NX will offer greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher WG-30 will have an edge in sensor technology.