Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX300

Let's take a closer look at the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX300, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is pretty similar but the WG-50 (1/2.3") and NX300 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-50 was revealed 3 years later than the NX300 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the WG-50 grades vs the NX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-50 & Samsung NX300. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-50 enjoys outer measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300 has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung NX300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the WG-50 compared to the NX300.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-50 and NX300 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The visual below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-50 and NX300.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WG-50 having a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX300 will offer you more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer WG-50 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.