Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX mini
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX mini 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)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Revealed March 2014
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX mini Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Ricoh WG-50 versus Samsung NX mini, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the WG-50 (16MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the WG-50 (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") come with different sensor dimensions.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe WG-50 was released 3 years later than the NX mini and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the WG-50 grades against the NX mini in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX mini Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-50 & Samsung NX mini. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Samsung NX mini
WG-50 | NX mini | |||
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Revealed | May 2017 | March 2014 | More recent by 39 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Ricoh WG-50
NX mini | WG-50 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung NX mini
WG-50 | NX mini | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX mini Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-50 has outer measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung NX mini has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Ricoh WG-50 versus Samsung NX mini in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the WG-50 against the NX mini.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-50 and NX mini is 91 and 93 respectively.
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX mini Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking specs. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-50 and NX mini.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WG-50 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX mini will give you more detail as a result of its extra 4.5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer WG-50 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX mini Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX mini Specifications
Ricoh WG-50 | Samsung NX mini | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-50 | Samsung NX mini |
Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2017-05-24 | 2014-03-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20.5 megapixels |
Anti alias 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 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX-M |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 2 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | On, off | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 (all 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | Built-In |
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 lb) | 196g (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | 650 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | B740 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes (2-30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $280 | $530 |