Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX30

Here is a complete comparison of the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX30, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the NX30 (20MP) is very similar but the WG-50 (1/2.3") and NX30 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The WG-50 was revealed 3 years later than the NX30 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the WG-50 scores against the NX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-50 & Samsung NX30. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Samsung NX30 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-50 enjoys exterior 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) and the Samsung NX30 has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") having a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-50 versus the NX30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WG-50 and NX30 is 91 and 75 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-50 and NX30.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WG-50 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX30 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern WG-50 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.