Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung NX11

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Samsung NX11, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is pretty close but the WG-4 GPS (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The WG-4 GPS was unveiled 3 years later than the NX11 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the WG-4 GPS grades vs the NX11 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Samsung NX11. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Samsung NX11 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS features exterior dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Samsung NX11 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Samsung NX11 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-4 GPS and the NX11.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 GPS and NX11 is 90 and 80 respectively.

Often, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-4 GPS and NX11.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WG-4 GPS using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS will provide you with greater detail having an extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer WG-4 GPS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.