Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung NX mini

Below is a extensive overview of the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung NX mini, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the WG-4 GPS (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") provide different sensor measurements.

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The WG-4 GPS was announced very close to the NX mini which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the WG-4 GPS grades versus the NX mini with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung NX mini. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS features exterior measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Samsung NX mini has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung NX mini in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-4 GPS vs the NX mini.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and NX mini is 90 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 GPS and NX mini.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WG-4 GPS with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX mini will provide you with more detail with its extra 4.5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.