Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung NX2000

Below, we are analyzing the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung NX2000, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the WG-M1 (14MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the WG-M1 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The WG-M1 was brought out 10 months later than the NX2000 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the WG-M1 matches up against the NX2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung NX2000. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-M1 provides outside measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung NX2000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-M1 compared to the NX2000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and NX2000 is 91 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and NX2000.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The WG-M1 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX2000 will deliver more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent WG-M1 provides a benefit in sensor tech.