Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX1100

Its time to examine more closely at the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX1100, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is pretty similar but the WG-50 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The WG-50 was unveiled 4 years after the NX1100 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the WG-50 scores against the NX1100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-50 has physical dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung NX1100 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX1100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-50 against the NX1100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-50 and NX1100 is 91 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-50 and NX1100.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WG-50 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX1100 will offer more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger WG-50 should have an edge in sensor tech.