Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 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
- Introduced October 2014
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2014
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe WG-30W was manufactured 10 months after the Galaxy Camera 2 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the WG-30W grades versus the Galaxy Camera 2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
WG-30W | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Introduced | October 2014 | January 2014 | More modern by 10 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Ricoh WG-30W
Galaxy Camera 2 | WG-30W | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen size | 4.8" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 230k | Crisper screen (+807k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
WG-30W | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-30W enjoys external measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-30W versus the Galaxy Camera 2.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30W and Galaxy Camera 2 is 91 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30W and Galaxy Camera 2.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you really should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer WG-30W should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-10-09 | 2014-01-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
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 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 4.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lb) | 283 gr (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 shots | 400 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $280 | $400 |