Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung PL210
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released October 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2011
Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung PL210 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Ricoh WG-30 versus Samsung PL210, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe WG-30 was manufactured 3 years after the PL210 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the WG-30 matches up versus the PL210 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung PL210 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung PL210. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Samsung PL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Samsung PL210
WG-30 | PL210 | |||
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Announced | October 2014 | January 2011 | Newer by 46 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Ricoh WG-30
PL210 | WG-30 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung PL210
WG-30 | PL210 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-30 offers external dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL210 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check the Ricoh WG-30 versus Samsung PL210 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the WG-30 against the PL210.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-30 and PL210 is 91 and 99 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-30 and PL210.
As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-30 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger WG-30 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications
Ricoh WG-30 | Samsung PL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-30 | Samsung PL210 |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Released | 2014-10-09 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | - |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | () |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 192 gr (0.42 lbs) | - |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $428 | $200 |