Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung NX300M

Below, we will be comparing the Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung NX300M, one being 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 NX300M (20MP) is relatively well matched but the WG-30W (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-30W was announced 22 months later than the NX300M which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the WG-30W grades versus the NX300M with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung NX300M. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-30W has outer dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung NX300M has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

See the Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung NX300M in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-30W versus the NX300M.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WG-30W and NX300M is 91 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-30W and NX300M.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WG-30W with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX300M will give greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern WG-30W is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.