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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung GX-20

Portability
91
Imaging
42
Features
39
Overall
40
Ricoh WG-50 front
 
Samsung GX-20 front
Portability
58
Imaging
53
Features
52
Overall
52

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs

Ricoh WG-50
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Introduced May 2017
Samsung GX-20
(Full Review)
  • 15MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
  • Announced January 2008
  • Previous Model is Samsung GX-10
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung GX-20 Overview

Here, we will be looking at the Ricoh WG-50 versus Samsung GX-20, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is pretty close but the WG-50 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The WG-50 was launched 9 years after the GX-20 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the WG-50 scores versus the GX-20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Samsung GX-20

 WG-50 GX-20 
AnnouncedMay 2017January 2008Newer by 114 months

Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Ricoh WG-50

 GX-20 WG-50 

Common features in the Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung GX-20

 WG-50 GX-20 
Focus manually Very exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-50 offers exterior measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-20 has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-50 versus Samsung GX-20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the WG-50 against the GX-20.

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung GX-20 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-50 and GX-20 is 91 and 58 respectively.

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung GX-20 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The image underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-50 and GX-20.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WG-50 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Ricoh WG-50 will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger WG-50 should have a benefit in sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung GX-20 sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-50 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung GX-20 as a Portrait photography camera
42
focusing manually
good resolution (16 megapixels)
features face detect focusing
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
71
manual focus
megapixel count good (15MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-50 Street photography factors
Samsung GX-20 Street photography factors
62
built in image stabilization (Digital)
environment proof
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
65
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
weather proofing
fixed screen
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Ricoh WG-50
Sports photography with Samsung GX-20
49
built in image stabilization (Digital)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
features tracking focus
environment proof
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
68
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count good (15MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
weather proofing
has phase detect AF
slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-50 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung GX-20 as a Travel photography camera
71
environment proof
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
63
weather proofing
megapixel count good (15 megapixels)
built-in flash
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-50 Landscape photography features
Samsung GX-20 Landscape photography features
48
focusing manually
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
environment proof
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
70
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count good (15 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
weather proofing
screen is small (2.7 inch)
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-50 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung GX-20 as a Vlogging camera
33
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
features face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic support
9
lack of video recording
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung GX-20
 Ricoh WG-50Samsung GX-20
General Information
Make Ricoh Samsung
Model type Ricoh WG-50 Samsung GX-20
Category Waterproof Advanced DSLR
Introduced 2017-05-24 2008-01-24
Physical type Compact Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 15 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4688 x 3120
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Highest boosted ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 125 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Pentax KAF2
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) -
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.5 -
Macro focusing range 1cm -
Amount of lenses - 151
Crop factor 5.8 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.64x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 8.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) 13.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash modes On, off Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM -
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Yes (Wireless) None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 193g (0.43 lbs) 800g (1.76 lbs)
Physical dimensions 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 68
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.1
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.2
DXO Low light rating not tested 714
Other
Battery life 300 shots -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID D-LI92 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/MMC/SDHC card
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $280 $850