Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung NX2000

Below, we will be analyzing the Ricoh WG-30W versus Samsung NX2000, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is relatively close but the WG-30W (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The WG-30W was announced 11 months later than the NX2000 so 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 NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the WG-30W scores against the NX2000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30W & Samsung NX2000. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-30W has got outside measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung NX2000 has dimensions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-30W versus Samsung NX2000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-30W against the NX2000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30W and NX2000 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30W and NX2000.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The WG-30W having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX2000 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent WG-30W should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.