Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung NX2000
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung NX2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2018
- Replaced the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
- Launched November 2013
- Older Model is Samsung NX1100
- Renewed by Samsung NX3000

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung NX2000 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung NX2000, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-6 (20MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is fairly close but the WG-6 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.

The WG-6 was unveiled 4 years later than the NX2000 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the WG-6 grades versus the NX2000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung NX2000 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-6 & Samsung NX2000. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Samsung NX2000
WG-6 | NX2000 | |||
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Launched | February 2018 | ![]() | November 2013 | Fresher by 52 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Ricoh WG-6
NX2000 | WG-6 | |||
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Display size | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper display (+112k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-6 and Samsung NX2000
WG-6 | NX2000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung NX2000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-6 offers external dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung NX2000 has proportions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).
See the Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung NX2000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-6 and the NX2000.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-6 and NX2000 is 89 and 89 respectively.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung NX2000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-6 and NX2000.
As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor sizing. The WG-6 offers the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF more difficult. The younger WG-6 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung NX2000 Specifications
Ricoh WG-6 | Samsung NX2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-6 | Samsung NX2000 |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2018-02-21 | 2013-11-30 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 1,152k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Flash on, flash off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840x2160 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 246 grams (0.54 pounds) | 228 grams (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 908 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 pictures | 340 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $271 | $599 |