Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung NX20

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Ricoh WG-30W versus Samsung NX20, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is very close but the WG-30W (1/2.3") and NX20 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-30W was announced 2 years later than the NX20 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the WG-30W matches up against the NX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30W offers outside 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 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).

Compare the Ricoh WG-30W versus Samsung NX20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-30W versus the NX20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30W and NX20 is 91 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30W and NX20.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WG-30W having a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX20 will render greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger WG-30W is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.