Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung ST30
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung ST30 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
- Launched October 2014
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
- Released January 2011
Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung ST30 Overview
Below is a extended review of the Ricoh WG-30 versus Samsung ST30, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the WG-30 (16MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the WG-30 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") use totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WG-30 was launched 3 years later than the ST30 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the WG-30 scores against the ST30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung ST30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung ST30. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Samsung ST30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Samsung ST30
WG-30 | ST30 | |||
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Released | October 2014 | January 2011 | More recent by 46 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Ricoh WG-30
ST30 | WG-30 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung ST30
WG-30 | ST30 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-30 features exterior measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung ST30 has sizing of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-30 versus Samsung ST30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-30 compared to the ST30.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-30 and ST30 is 91 and 98 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30 and ST30.
As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The WG-30 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Ricoh WG-30 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger WG-30 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung ST30 Specifications
Ricoh WG-30 | Samsung ST30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-30 | Samsung ST30 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2014-10-09 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 192 gr (0.42 pounds) | 87 gr (0.19 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $428 | $55 |