Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung WB1100F

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung WB1100F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-30 was launched 10 months later than the WB1100F and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the WG-30 matches up vs the WB1100F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung WB1100F. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-30 offers external dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung WB1100F has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") along with a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

See the Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung WB1100F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-30 vs the WB1100F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WG-30 and WB1100F is 91 and 67 respectively.

Often, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-30 and WB1100F.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files though you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent WG-30 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.