Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy NX
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced October 2014
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Revealed June 2013
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy NX, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is relatively similar but the WG-30W (1/2.3") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe WG-30W was unveiled 16 months after the Galaxy NX which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the WG-30W grades vs the Galaxy NX when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung Galaxy NX. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Samsung Galaxy NX
WG-30W | Galaxy NX | |||
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Revealed | October 2014 | June 2013 | Newer by 16 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Ricoh WG-30W
Galaxy NX | WG-30W | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Screen dimension | 4.8" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung Galaxy NX
WG-30W | Galaxy NX | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-30W offers outer dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy NX has sizing of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy NX in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-30W versus the Galaxy NX.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-30W and Galaxy NX is 91 and 82 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-30W and Galaxy NX.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WG-30W having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung Galaxy NX will deliver more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher WG-30W should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung Galaxy NX |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-10-09 | 2013-06-20 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing 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 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 4.8" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | HD TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lb) | 495 grams (1.09 lb) |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 440 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $280 | $1,300 |