Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung ST600

On this page, we are looking at the Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung ST600, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-20 was launched 4 years after the ST600 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the WG-20 matches up versus the ST600 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung ST600. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery and Samsung ST600 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-20 provides outer measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung ST600 has specifications of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-20 against the ST600.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-20 and ST600 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-20 and ST600.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images though you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent WG-20 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.