Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung NX20

Its time to look much closer at the Ricoh WG-30 versus Samsung NX20, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the WG-30 (1/2.3") and NX20 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-30 was introduced 2 years later than the NX20 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the WG-30 matches up against the NX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-30 & Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery & Samsung NX20 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30 offers physical measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung NX20 has proportions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-30 versus Samsung NX20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the WG-30 vs the NX20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30 and NX20 is 91 and 83 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the difference between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30 and NX20.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WG-30 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX20 will give greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger WG-30 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.