Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX20

Here, we are reviewing the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX20, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is very comparable but the WG-50 (1/2.3") and NX20 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-50 was introduced 5 years later than the NX20 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the WG-50 scores against the NX20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-50 features physical dimensions 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 NX20 has proportions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-50 against the NX20.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-50 and NX20 is 91 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The visual below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-50 and NX20.

As you can tell, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-50 with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX20 will show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern WG-50 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.