Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX200

Below is a extended review of the Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung NX200, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the NX200 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the WG-50 (1/2.3") and NX200 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-50 was brought out 5 years later than the NX200 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a short view of how the WG-50 grades vs the NX200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung NX200. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Samsung NX200 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-50 comes with outside dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung NX200 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung NX200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-50 and the NX200.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-50 and NX200 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The graphic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-50 and NX200.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WG-50 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX200 will give extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent WG-50 will have an advantage in sensor technology.