Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung NX200

Below, we are evaluating the Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung NX200, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the NX200 (20MP) is very close but the WG-4 (1/2.3") and NX200 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The WG-4 was manufactured 24 months later than the NX200 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the WG-4 matches up against the NX200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung NX200. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Samsung NX200 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 offers external measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung NX200 has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung NX200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the WG-4 against the NX200.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 and NX200 is 90 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 and NX200.

As you have seen, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-4 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Samsung NX200 will provide you with more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher WG-4 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.