Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

In this article, we are looking at the Ricoh WG-30 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-30 was unveiled 2 years after the Galaxy Camera 3G which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the WG-30 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 3G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-30 provides outside dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-30 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-30 compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-30 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-30 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images although you really should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The newer WG-30 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.