Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung GX-1L

Here is a extended assessment of the Ricoh WG-6 versus Samsung GX-1L, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the WG-6 (20MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the WG-6 (1/2.3") and GX-1L (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-6 was released 12 years later than the GX-1L and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the WG-6 scores vs the GX-1L with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-6 & Samsung GX-1L. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery & Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-6 provides physical measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1L has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-6 versus Samsung GX-1L in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-6 and the GX-1L.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-6 and GX-1L is 89 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The visual below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-6 and GX-1L.

All in all, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-6 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Ricoh WG-6 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern WG-6 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.