Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung NX20

Let's look more closely at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Samsung NX20, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is pretty similar but the WG-4 GPS (1/2.3") and NX20 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The WG-4 GPS was introduced 22 months after the NX20 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the WG-4 GPS scores against the NX20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Samsung NX20 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS offers physical dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Samsung NX20 has dimensions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Samsung NX20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-4 GPS against the NX20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and NX20 is 90 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-4 GPS and NX20.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WG-4 GPS using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX20 will deliver greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern WG-4 GPS will have a benefit in sensor tech.