Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung PL170

Below is a extended comparison of the Ricoh WG-30 versus Samsung PL170, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the PL170 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-30 was released 3 years later than the PL170 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the WG-30 matches up versus the PL170 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung PL170. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-30 provides physical dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL170 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-30 versus Samsung PL170 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-30 and the PL170.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30 and PL170 is 91 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-30 and PL170.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent WG-30 will have an advantage in sensor tech.