Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung NX100

Its time to look more in depth at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung NX100, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is very comparable but the WG-4 GPS (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The WG-4 GPS was revealed 3 years after the NX100 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the WG-4 GPS grades against the NX100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Samsung NX100. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS has got outside measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has specifications of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-4 GPS versus the NX100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 GPS and NX100 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 GPS and NX100.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The WG-4 GPS having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS will show greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger WG-4 GPS provides an edge in sensor technology.