Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung EX2F
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39 Features
36 Overall
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90 Imaging
37 Features
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Released February 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Introduced December 2012
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung EX2F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty similar but the WG-20 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") have different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WG-20 was revealed 14 months after the EX2F which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the WG-20 scores vs the EX2F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-20 & Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Samsung EX2F
| WG-20 | EX2F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2014 |  | December 2012 | Newer by 14 months |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 0k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Ricoh WG-20
| EX2F | WG-20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung EX2F
| WG-20 | EX2F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-20 provides physical dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung EX2F has sizing of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Check the Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung EX2F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-20 and the EX2F.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WG-20 and EX2F is 93 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-20 and EX2F.
All in all, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WG-20 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Ricoh WG-20 will offer extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger WG-20 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
| Ricoh WG-20 | Samsung EX2F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model | Ricoh WG-20 | Samsung EX2F |
| Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2014-02-05 | 2012-12-18 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/1.4-2.7 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | AMOLED |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4s | - |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 164g (0.36 lb) | 294g (0.65 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 48 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.5 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 209 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 260 pictures | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | D-LI92 | SLB-10A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $370 | $478 |
