Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung NX1100
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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung NX1100 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
- Released February 2015
- Superseded the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- New Model is Ricoh WG-6
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Released April 2013
- Succeeded the Samsung NX1000
- Updated by Samsung NX2000
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung NX1100 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Samsung NX1100, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is very close but the WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe WG-5 GPS was unveiled 23 months after the NX1100 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the WG-5 GPS grades vs the NX1100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung NX1100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Samsung NX1100
WG-5 GPS | NX1100 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | April 2013 | Newer by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
NX1100 | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung NX1100
WG-5 GPS | NX1100 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS offers exterior dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Samsung NX1100 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).
Contrast the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Samsung NX1100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-5 GPS compared to the NX1100.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-5 GPS and NX1100 is 90 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The image underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-5 GPS and NX1100.
As you can plainly see, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WG-5 GPS using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX1100 will render greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern WG-5 GPS will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications
Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Samsung NX1100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Samsung NX1100 |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-02-10 | 2013-04-11 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 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 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 236g (0.52 lb) | 222g (0.49 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 852 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 pictures | 320 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $500 | $600 |