Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung NX1000

Let's examine more in depth at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung NX1000, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The WG-5 GPS was manufactured 2 years after the NX1000 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the WG-5 GPS grades versus the NX1000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung NX1000. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS has got outer measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung NX1000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-5 GPS vs the NX1000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-5 GPS and NX1000 is 90 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-5 GPS and NX1000.

To sum up, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WG-5 GPS due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung NX1000 will provide greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern WG-5 GPS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.