Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung CL80

The following is a complete review of the Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung CL80, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-30W was announced 4 years after the CL80 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the WG-30W grades versus the CL80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung CL80. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Samsung CL80 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-30W has exterior measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung CL80 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung CL80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-30W and the CL80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30W and CL80 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The pic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30W and CL80.

To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-30W to deliver greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger WG-30W should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.