Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung WB35F

Its time to take a deeper look at the Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung WB35F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-20 was announced very close to the WB35F so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the WG-20 grades versus the WB35F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung WB35F. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-20 features outside 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 WB35F has sizing of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung WB35F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-20 and the WB35F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-20 and WB35F is 93 and 93 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-20 and WB35F.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB35F to result in extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively.