Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.