Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung ST80

Here is a detailed comparison of the Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung ST80, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-20 was announced 4 years later than the ST80 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the WG-20 matches up vs the ST80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung ST80. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-20 comes with outer dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung ST80 has dimensions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-20 compared to the ST80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-20 and ST80 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-20 and ST80.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent WG-20 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.