Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung ST80

Lets look closer at the Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung ST80, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-30 was introduced 4 years later than the ST80 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the WG-30 scores against the ST80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-30 & Samsung ST80. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery & Samsung ST80 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-30 has got exterior measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung ST80 has specifications of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung ST80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-30 compared to the ST80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30 and ST80 is 91 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The visual here may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30 and ST80.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Ricoh WG-30 to give you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher WG-30 will have an advantage in sensor technology.