Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

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.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-6 & Samsung Galaxy NX. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

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).

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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.

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

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.