Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung GX-20

Lets examine more closely at the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung GX-20, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is relatively similar but the WG-M1 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) use different sensor size.

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The WG-M1 was introduced 6 years after the GX-20 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the WG-M1 matches up versus the GX-20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung GX-20. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-M1 comes with exterior dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-20 has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung GX-20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the WG-M1 vs the GX-20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and GX-20 is 91 and 58 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-M1 and GX-20.

All in all, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-M1 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung GX-20 will offer you greater detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer WG-M1 provides an edge in sensor innovation.