Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Here is a complete overview of the Ricoh WG-30W versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-30W was launched 20 months later than the Galaxy Camera making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the WG-30W matches up versus the Galaxy Camera for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-30W & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-30W provides external measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-30W against the Galaxy Camera.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30W and Galaxy Camera is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30W and Galaxy Camera.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files though you may want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher WG-30W should have an edge in sensor tech.