Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung NX10

Below, we are comparing the Ricoh WG-30W versus Samsung NX10, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is very similar but the WG-30W (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The WG-30W was launched 4 years later than the NX10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the WG-30W grades against the NX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung NX10. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-30W provides physical measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung NX10 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

See the Ricoh WG-30W versus Samsung NX10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-30W against the NX10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30W and NX10 is 91 and 80 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30W and NX10.

To sum up, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WG-30W due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Ricoh WG-30W will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger WG-30W provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.