Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung SL820

Below is a detailed comparison of the Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung SL820, former being 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 SL820 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-20 was released 5 years later than the SL820 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the WG-20 scores versus the SL820 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-20 & Samsung SL820. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery & Samsung SL820 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-20 features physical measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL820 has proportions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-20 compared to the SL820.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-20 and SL820 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-20 and SL820.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Ricoh WG-20 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer WG-20 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.