Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung NX300M
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung NX300M Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Renewed by Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Introduced January 2013
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung NX300M Overview
Lets look more closely at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung NX300M, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is relatively similar but the WG-4 GPS (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe WG-4 GPS was unveiled 14 months after the NX300M which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the WG-4 GPS grades vs the NX300M with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung NX300M Gallery
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Samsung NX300M
WG-4 GPS | NX300M | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | January 2013 | More modern by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
NX300M | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3.3" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 768k | 460k | Clearer screen (+308k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung NX300M
WG-4 GPS | NX300M | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung NX300M Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS offers exterior measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300M has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung NX300M in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-4 GPS against the NX300M.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and NX300M is 90 and 86 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung NX300M Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 GPS and NX300M.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WG-4 GPS with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung NX300M will offer you more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent WG-4 GPS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung NX300M Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung NX300M | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung NX300M |
Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-02-05 | 2013-01-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3.3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 768k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 235 grams (0.52 lbs) | 331 grams (0.73 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photos | 330 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $210 | $699 |