Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung HZ10W

Here, we will be reviewing the Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung HZ10W, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the WG-30W (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-30W was released 5 years later than the HZ10W and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the WG-30W grades vs the HZ10W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30W & Samsung HZ10W. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery & Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-30W features exterior measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung HZ10W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-30W vs the HZ10W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30W and HZ10W is 91 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30W and HZ10W.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Ricoh WG-30W to give extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent WG-30W provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.