Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung NX20

On this page, we are matching up the Ricoh WG-4 versus Samsung NX20, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is fairly close but the WG-4 (1/2.3") and NX20 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The WG-4 was manufactured 22 months later than the NX20 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the WG-4 grades versus the NX20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 & Samsung NX20. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery & Samsung NX20 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 offers exterior dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung NX20 has specifications of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-4 versus Samsung NX20 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-4 versus the NX20.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 and NX20 is 90 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-4 and NX20.

Plainly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WG-4 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Samsung NX20 will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher WG-4 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.