Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung WB850F
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung WB850F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 109 x 62 x 25mm
- Introduced January 2012
Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung WB850F Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung WB850F, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe WG-20 was manufactured 2 years later than the WB850F and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the WG-20 grades against the WB850F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung WB850F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-20 & Samsung WB850F. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Samsung WB850F
WG-20 | WB850F | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | January 2012 | More recent by 26 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB850F over the Ricoh WG-20
WB850F | WG-20 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 614k | 230k | Clearer display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-20 and Samsung WB850F
WG-20 | WB850F | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung WB850F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-20 has exterior measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB850F has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check the Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung WB850F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-20 versus the WB850F.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-20 and WB850F is 93 and 91 respectively.
Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung WB850F Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-20 and WB850F.
As you can tell, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung WB850F to offer you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more modern WG-20 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Samsung WB850F Specifications
Ricoh WG-20 | Samsung WB850F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-20 | Samsung WB850F |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-02-05 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | AMOLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 lbs) | 250g (0.55 lbs) |
Dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 109 x 62 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $370 | $599 |