Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung NX mini
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung NX mini 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
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched October 2014
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced March 2014
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung NX mini Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung NX mini, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the WG-30W (16MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the WG-30W (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") possess totally different sensor dimensions.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe WG-30W was introduced 7 months later than the NX mini which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the WG-30W matches up against the NX mini when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung NX mini Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30W & Samsung NX mini. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Samsung NX mini
WG-30W | NX mini | |||
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Introduced | October 2014 | March 2014 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Ricoh WG-30W
NX mini | WG-30W | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung NX mini
WG-30W | NX mini | |||
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Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung NX mini Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-30W offers physical dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung NX mini has dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung NX mini in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-30W versus the NX mini.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-30W and NX mini is 91 and 93 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung NX mini Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The visual here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-30W and NX mini.
As you have seen, both of those cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WG-30W using its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Samsung NX mini will show more detail using its extra 4.5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer WG-30W is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung NX mini Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung NX mini Specifications
Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung NX mini | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung NX mini |
Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2014-10-09 | 2014-03-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20.5 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX-M |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 2 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 (all 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) | 196 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 650 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | B740 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2-30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $280 | $530 |