Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung NX2000
90 Imaging
40 Features
44 Overall
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89 Imaging
63 Features
68 Overall
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung NX2000 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
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Released February 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Earlier Model is Samsung NX1100
- Updated by Samsung NX3000
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung NX2000 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Ricoh WG-4 versus Samsung NX2000, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is very close but the WG-4 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WG-4 was brought out 3 months later than the NX2000 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the WG-4 grades vs the NX2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung NX2000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-4 & Samsung NX2000. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Samsung NX2000
WG-4 | NX2000 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Ricoh WG-4
NX2000 | WG-4 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.7" | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 460k | Clearer display (+692k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung NX2000
WG-4 | NX2000 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | November 2013 | Same age | |
Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung NX2000 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 enjoys outside dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung NX2000 has dimensions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).
See the Ricoh WG-4 versus Samsung NX2000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-4 vs the NX2000.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 and NX2000 is 90 and 89 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung NX2000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-4 and NX2000.
As you have seen, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WG-4 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX2000 will render extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung NX2000 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 | Samsung NX2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-4 | Samsung NX2000 |
Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2014-02-05 | 2013-11-30 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3.7" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 1,152k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180s |
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 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) | 228 grams (0.50 lbs) |
Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 908 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | 340 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $330 | $599 |