Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung WB210

Here is a detailed analysis of the Ricoh WG-30 versus Samsung WB210, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-30 was launched 3 years later than the WB210 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the WG-30 grades vs the WB210 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30 & Samsung WB210. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery & Samsung WB210 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30 has 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 WB210 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-30 versus Samsung WB210 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-30 versus the WB210.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the WG-30 and WB210 is 91 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-30 and WB210.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Ricoh WG-30 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher WG-30 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.