Ricoh G900 vs Samsung WB30F

Here, we are matching up the Ricoh G900 and Samsung WB30F, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and WB30F (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The G900 was unveiled 5 years later than the WB30F and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G900 scores versus the WB30F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G900 and Samsung WB30F. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G900 enjoys outside measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh G900 and Samsung WB30F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the G900 compared to the WB30F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G900 and WB30F is 89 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G900 and WB30F.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh G900 to render greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer G900 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.