Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung NX1100

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung NX1100, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is pretty similar but the WG-30 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-30 was revealed 19 months later than the NX1100 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the WG-30 grades against the NX1100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-30 has got external dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung NX1100 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung NX1100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the WG-30 compared to the NX1100.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-30 and NX1100 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-30 and NX1100.

As you can tell, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-30 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX1100 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer WG-30 will have an advantage in sensor tech.