Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung TL320

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung TL320, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the WG-30 (16MP) and TL320 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-30 was launched 5 years after the TL320 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the WG-30 grades against the TL320 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung TL320. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Samsung TL320 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-30 has outer 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 TL320 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check the Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung TL320 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-30 versus the TL320.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30 and TL320 is 91 and 98 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-30 and TL320.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-30 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent WG-30 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.