Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung NX200

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung NX200, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the WG-M1 (14MP) and NX200 (20MP) and the WG-M1 (1/2.3") and NX200 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The WG-M1 was revealed 2 years later than the NX200 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the WG-M1 matches up versus the NX200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung NX200. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Samsung NX200 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider 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") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung NX200 has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung NX200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the WG-M1 compared to the NX200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-M1 and NX200 is 91 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The photograph here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-M1 and NX200.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WG-M1 using its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX200 will show greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern WG-M1 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.