Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung NX100
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced February 2020
- Refreshed by Ricoh WG-80
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Introduced September 2010
- New Model is Samsung NX200
Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung NX100 Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the Ricoh WG-70 versus Samsung NX100, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is pretty comparable but the WG-70 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe WG-70 was launched 9 years later than the NX100 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the WG-70 matches up versus the NX100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung NX100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-70 & Samsung NX100. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Samsung NX100
WG-70 | NX100 | |||
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Introduced | February 2020 | September 2010 | Fresher by 115 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Ricoh WG-70
NX100 | WG-70 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 614k | 230k | Clearer screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung NX100
WG-70 | NX100 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-70 has got outside dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung NX100 has sizing of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh WG-70 versus Samsung NX100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-70 and the NX100.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-70 and NX100 is 91 and 88 respectively.
Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-70 and NX100.
As you can tell, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WG-70 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Ricoh WG-70 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern WG-70 should have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
Ricoh WG-70 | Samsung NX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-70 | Samsung NX100 |
Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2020-02-04 | 2010-09-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | DRIMe Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | VGA AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | On, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193 grams (0.43 lb) | 282 grams (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 62 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 563 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 420 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $280 | $386 |