Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung ST6500

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung ST6500, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-20 was revealed 3 years later than the ST6500 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the WG-20 scores against the ST6500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-20 & Samsung ST6500. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-20 provides outer dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung ST6500 has proportions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung ST6500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-20 and the ST6500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-20 and ST6500 is 93 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The graphic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-20 and ST6500.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Samsung ST6500 to produce more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent WG-20 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.