Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung NX100
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Launched September 2014
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Launched September 2010
- New Model is Samsung NX200
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung NX100 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung NX100, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is pretty well matched but the WG-M1 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe WG-M1 was released 4 years later than the NX100 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the WG-M1 grades versus the NX100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung NX100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-M1 & Samsung NX100. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung NX100
WG-M1 | NX100 | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | September 2010 | More recent by 49 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Ricoh WG-M1
NX100 | WG-M1 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") | |
Screen resolution | 614k | 115k | Clearer screen (+499k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung NX100
WG-M1 | NX100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-M1 has got exterior measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung NX100 has measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung NX100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the WG-M1 against the NX100.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and NX100 is 91 and 88 respectively.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The visual here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-M1 and NX100.
All in all, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WG-M1 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Samsung NX100 will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The younger WG-M1 will have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung NX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung NX100 |
Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2014-09-12 | 2010-09-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | DRIMe Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | (1×) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 1.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 115k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | VGA AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 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), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 190 grams (0.42 lb) | 282 grams (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 62 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 563 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 420 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-65 | BP1130 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC, internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $2,000 | $386 |