Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung HZ25W 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 - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Launched July 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB5000
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In this write-up, we are reviewing the Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung HZ25W, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe WG-20 was brought out 3 years after the HZ25W which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the WG-20 grades vs the HZ25W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Samsung HZ25W
| WG-20 | HZ25W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2014 |  | July 2010 | More modern by 44 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Ricoh WG-20
| HZ25W | WG-20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung HZ25W
| WG-20 | HZ25W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither offers Touch display |
Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-20 offers exterior dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-20 vs the HZ25W.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-20 and HZ25W is 93 and 70 respectively.
Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-20 and HZ25W.
As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-20 to offer you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger WG-20 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
| Ricoh WG-20 | Samsung HZ25W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model | Ricoh WG-20 | Samsung HZ25W |
| Otherwise known as | - | WB5000 |
| Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2014-02-05 | 2010-07-06 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) | 5.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lb) | 428 gr (0.94 lb) |
| Dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 260 shots | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $370 | $350 |