Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung TL225

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung TL225, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-20 was unveiled 4 years after the TL225 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the WG-20 matches up versus the TL225 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung TL225. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery and Samsung TL225 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-20 features physical dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung TL225 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung TL225 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the WG-20 against the TL225.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-20 and TL225 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-20 and TL225.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-20 to deliver extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent WG-20 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.