Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung CL80
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched October 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally referred to as ST5500
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung CL80 Overview
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").
Photography GlossaryThe 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.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung CL80 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Samsung CL80
WG-30W | CL80 | |||
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Launched | October 2014 | January 2010 | Newer by 58 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Ricoh WG-30W
CL80 | WG-30W | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.7" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+1") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung CL80
WG-30W | CL80 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison
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.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung CL80 Specifications
Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung CL80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung CL80 |
Also called as | - | ST5500 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2014-10-09 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4334 x 3256 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 4800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 pounds) | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $280 | $400 |