Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung NX1

On this page, we will be evaluating the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung NX1, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the WG-M1 (14MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the WG-M1 (1/2.3") and NX1 (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The WG-M1 was revealed very close to the NX1 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the WG-M1 scores versus the NX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-M1 & Samsung NX1. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery & Samsung NX1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-M1 comes with outer measurements 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 NX1 has measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung NX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the WG-M1 vs the NX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-M1 and NX1 is 91 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The visual here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-M1 and NX1.

All in all, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The WG-M1 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX1 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.