Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung NX1

Here, we are analyzing the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung NX1, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the WG-4 (16MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the WG-4 (1/2.3") and NX1 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The WG-4 was revealed 7 months earlier than the NX1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the WG-4 matches up versus the NX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung NX1. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-4 has exterior dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung NX1 has measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung NX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-4 versus the NX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 and NX1 is 90 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-4 and NX1.

All in all, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-4 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung NX1 will provide greater detail because of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older WG-4 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.