Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung NX210
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung NX210 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed October 2014
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Revealed August 2012
- Succeeded the Samsung NX200
- Later Model is Samsung NX300
Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung NX210 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung NX210, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is relatively close but the WG-30 (1/2.3") and NX210 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WG-30 was launched 2 years after the NX210 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the WG-30 scores vs the NX210 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung NX210 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30 & Samsung NX210. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Samsung NX210
WG-30 | NX210 | |||
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Revealed | October 2014 | August 2012 | More modern by 27 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Ricoh WG-30
NX210 | WG-30 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 614k | 230k | Clearer screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung NX210
WG-30 | NX210 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30 has physical dimensions 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 NX210 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
See the Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung NX210 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the WG-30 compared to the NX210.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30 and NX210 is 91 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-30 and NX210.
As you can see, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WG-30 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX210 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger WG-30 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
Ricoh WG-30 | Samsung NX210 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-30 | Samsung NX210 |
Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-10-09 | 2012-08-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 192g (0.42 pounds) | 222g (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 719 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 330 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $428 | $625 |