Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy NX
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed May 2017
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Released June 2013
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview
Here is a in depth comparison of the Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung Galaxy NX, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is fairly close but the WG-50 (1/2.3") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe WG-50 was brought out 3 years later than the Galaxy NX and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the WG-50 matches up against the Galaxy NX for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
WG-50 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Released | May 2017 | June 2013 | Fresher by 48 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Ricoh WG-50
Galaxy NX | WG-50 | |||
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Display dimension | 4.8" | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung Galaxy NX
WG-50 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-50 comes with outer measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy NX has dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung Galaxy NX in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-50 compared to the Galaxy NX.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WG-50 and Galaxy NX is 91 and 82 respectively.
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The visual underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-50 and Galaxy NX.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-50 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Samsung Galaxy NX will provide you with extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The more modern WG-50 will have an edge in sensor tech.
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
Ricoh WG-50 | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-50 | Samsung Galaxy NX |
Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2017-05-24 | 2013-06-20 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DRIMe IV |
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 | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | HD TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | On, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193g (0.43 pounds) | 495g (1.09 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 440 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $280 | $1,300 |