Ricoh WG-30 vs Samsung WB800F

Let's examine more in depth at the Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung WB800F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-30 was launched 22 months after the WB800F which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the WG-30 scores versus the WB800F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung WB800F. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-30 provides outer measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-30 and Samsung WB800F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the WG-30 and the WB800F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30 and WB800F is 91 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The pic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30 and WB800F.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files though you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger WG-30 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.