Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung DV150F

Below, we will be analyzing the Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung DV150F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-30 was introduced 22 months later than the DV150F which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the WG-30 grades vs the DV150F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung DV150F. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-30 comes with outer dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung DV150F has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-30 vs the DV150F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30 and DV150F is 91 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-30 and DV150F.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of files but you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger WG-30 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.