Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung CL5

On this page, we are looking at the Ricoh WG-30 versus Samsung CL5, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the WG-30 (16MP) and CL5 (9MP) and the WG-30 (1/2.3") and CL5 (1/2.5") offer different sensor measurements.

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The WG-30 was unveiled 5 years after the CL5 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the WG-30 grades vs the CL5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung CL5. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Samsung CL5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-30 provides exterior dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung CL5 has specifications of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-30 vs the CL5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30 and CL5 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The picture underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-30 and CL5.

All in all, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WG-30 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Ricoh WG-30 will deliver extra detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent WG-30 provides an edge in sensor tech.