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Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
46
Ricoh WG-6 front
 
Samsung Galaxy NX front
Portability
82
Imaging
63
Features
76
Overall
68

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs

Ricoh WG-6
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
  • Launched February 2018
  • Superseded the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Samsung Galaxy NX
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
  • Introduced June 2013
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview

Lets examine more closely at the Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-6 (20MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is relatively similar but the WG-6 (1/2.3") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-6 was revealed 4 years after the Galaxy NX which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the WG-6 matches up against the Galaxy NX in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Samsung Galaxy NX

 WG-6 Galaxy NX 
IntroducedFebruary 2018June 2013More modern by 57 months
Screen resolution1040k922kCrisper screen (+118k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Ricoh WG-6

 Galaxy NX WG-6 
Screen dimension4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Ricoh WG-6 and Samsung Galaxy NX

 WG-6 Galaxy NX 
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-6 comes with exterior measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-6 vs the Galaxy NX.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-6 and Galaxy NX is 89 and 82 respectively.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-6 and Galaxy NX.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The WG-6 features the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh more challenging. The newer WG-6 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Portrait photography camera
45
you can focus manually
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
comes with face detection focusing
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
77
you can focus manually
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detection focus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 Street photography features
Samsung Galaxy NX Street photography features
60
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather proofing
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
heavier than others in class (246g)
69
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
includes touch to focus
good ISO range (25,600)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than competition (495g)
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Sports photography camera
54
built in image stabilization (Digital)
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
weather proofing
better than average battery life (340 shots)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
73
max shutter speed is good (1/6,000 seconds)
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
better than average battery (440 per charge)
has phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 Travel photography factors
Samsung Galaxy NX Travel photography factors
70
better than average battery life (340 shots)
weather proofing
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
heavier than others in class (246 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
68
better than average battery (440 CIPA)
includes touch to focus
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition (495 grams)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-6
Landscape photography with Samsung Galaxy NX
56
you can focus manually
really wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
weather proofing
better than average battery life (340 per charge)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
73
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Samsung NX mount)
lovely big screen (4.8 inches)
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
good ISO range (25,600)
saves RAW files
better than average battery (440 per charge)
does not have image stabilization
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Ricoh WG-6
Vlogging with Samsung Galaxy NX
32
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detection focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have external mic port
heavier than others in class (246 grams)
34
built-in touchscreen
comes with face detection focus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
has external microphone jack
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than competition (495g)
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-6 and Samsung Galaxy NX
 Ricoh WG-6Samsung Galaxy NX
General Information
Company Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh WG-6 Samsung Galaxy NX
Category Waterproof Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2018-02-21 2013-06-20
Body design Compact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - DRIMe IV
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 5184 x 3888 5472 x 3648
Maximum native ISO 6400 25600
Minimum native ISO 125 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Samsung NX
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) -
Highest aperture f/3.5-5.5 -
Macro focus distance 1cm -
Number of lenses - 32
Crop factor 5.8 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 4.8 inches
Resolution of screen 1,040 thousand dot 922 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech - HD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/6000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 9.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) -
Flash settings Flash on, flash off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840x2160 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Supports FlashAir SD cards Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Built-in BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 246g (0.54 lb) 495g (1.09 lb)
Dimensions 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 340 images 440 images
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Launch pricing $271 $1,300