Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung HZ15W

In this article, we will be evaluating the Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung HZ15W, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-20 was announced 5 years after the HZ15W which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the WG-20 grades versus the HZ15W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-20 & Samsung HZ15W. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-20 provides outside dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung HZ15W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-20 vs the HZ15W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-20 and HZ15W is 93 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The picture underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-20 and HZ15W.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Ricoh WG-20 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger WG-20 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.