Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung NX1100
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung NX1100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released February 2020
- Replacement is Ricoh WG-80
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Introduced April 2013
- Old Model is Samsung NX1000
- Replacement is Samsung NX2000
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Following is a thorough review of the Ricoh WG-70 versus Samsung NX1100, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is pretty close but the WG-70 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe WG-70 was manufactured 6 years after the NX1100 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the WG-70 grades versus the NX1100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Samsung NX1100
| WG-70 | NX1100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2020 |  | April 2013 | More modern by 83 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Ricoh WG-70
| NX1100 | WG-70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung NX1100
| WG-70 | NX1100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-70 features outer dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1100 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the WG-70 compared to the NX1100.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-70 and NX1100 is 91 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-70 and NX1100.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WG-70 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung NX1100 will result in greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger WG-70 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications
| Ricoh WG-70 | Samsung NX1100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model type | Ricoh WG-70 | Samsung NX1100 |
| Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2020-02-04 | 2013-04-11 |
| 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 area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Amount of lenses | - | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 8.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | On, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | - | 1/180s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 | 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) | 222 gr (0.49 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 73 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 852 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 300 photographs | 320 photographs |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | BC1030 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $280 | $600 |