Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced February 2013
- Also Known as Wi-Fi
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
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").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
WG-30W | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Announced | October 2014 | February 2013 | Fresher by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Ricoh WG-30W
Galaxy Camera | WG-30W | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 4.8" | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung Galaxy Camera
WG-30W | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
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).
Compare the Ricoh WG-30W versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
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.
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Otherwise known as | - | Wi-Fi |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-10-09 | 2013-02-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 pounds) | 300 grams (0.66 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $280 | $450 |