Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung NX2000

Let's take a deeper look at the Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung NX2000, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is relatively similar but the WG-70 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The WG-70 was announced 6 years later than the NX2000 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the WG-70 matches up versus the NX2000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung NX2000. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-70 has external dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung NX2000 has sizing of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung NX2000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-70 vs the NX2000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-70 and NX2000 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-70 and NX2000.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WG-70 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Samsung NX2000 will deliver extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger WG-70 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.