Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX20
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX20 Key Specs
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- 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
- Announced May 2017
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 341g - 122 x 90 x 40mm
- Revealed April 2012
- Older Model is Samsung NX11
- Later Model is Samsung NX30
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX20 Overview
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.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 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.
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX20 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Samsung NX20
WG-50 | NX20 | |||
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Revealed | May 2017 | April 2012 | Fresher by 62 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Ricoh WG-50
NX20 | WG-50 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 614k | 230k | Clearer display (+384k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung NX20
WG-50 | NX20 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX20 Physical Comparison
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.
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX20 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX20 Specifications
Ricoh WG-50 | Samsung NX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-50 | Samsung NX20 |
Type | Waterproof | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2017-05-24 | 2012-04-20 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing 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 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | On, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193g (0.43 lb) | 341g (0.75 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 122 x 90 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 785 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 360 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $280 | $1,100 |