Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung ST700

On this page, we will be contrasting the Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung ST700, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-20 was introduced 3 years after the ST700 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the WG-20 grades vs the ST700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-20 & Samsung ST700. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery & Samsung ST700 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-20 enjoys outer dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung ST700 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the WG-20 versus the ST700.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-20 and ST700 is 93 and 99 respectively.

Often, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-20 and ST700.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung ST700 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent WG-20 will have an edge in sensor technology.