Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung NX2000

Here is a detailed review of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung NX2000, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is fairly similar but the WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The WG-5 GPS was released 15 months later than the NX2000 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the WG-5 GPS scores vs the NX2000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung NX2000. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS offers external dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has proportions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung NX2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the WG-5 GPS vs the NX2000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-5 GPS and NX2000 is 90 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-5 GPS and NX2000.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WG-5 GPS due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung NX2000 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The newer WG-5 GPS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.