Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung GX-20
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Announced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Released January 2008
- Old Model is Samsung GX-10
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung GX-20 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Ricoh WG-4 versus Samsung GX-20, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is relatively well matched but the WG-4 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) have different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe WG-4 was released 6 years after the GX-20 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the WG-4 matches up versus the GX-20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung GX-20 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung GX-20. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Samsung GX-20
WG-4 | GX-20 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | January 2008 | More modern by 74 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Ricoh WG-4
GX-20 | WG-4 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung GX-20
WG-4 | GX-20 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 provides external dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung GX-20 has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Check the Ricoh WG-4 versus Samsung GX-20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-4 compared to the GX-20.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 and GX-20 is 90 and 58 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-4 and GX-20.
All in all, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The WG-4 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Ricoh WG-4 will give you more detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent WG-4 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 | Samsung GX-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-4 | Samsung GX-20 |
Class | Waterproof | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2014-02-05 | 2008-01-24 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 15MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4688 x 3120 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 pounds) | 800 grams (1.76 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 714 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $330 | $850 |