Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung ST6500
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung ST6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung ST6500 Overview
Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung ST6500, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe WG-30W was announced 3 years later than the ST6500 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the WG-30W scores vs the ST6500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung ST6500 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-30W & Samsung ST6500. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Samsung ST6500
WG-30W | ST6500 | |||
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Released | October 2014 | January 2011 | Fresher by 46 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Ricoh WG-30W
ST6500 | WG-30W | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung ST6500
WG-30W | ST6500 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-30W has got 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) whilst the Samsung ST6500 has dimensions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung ST6500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the WG-30W vs the ST6500.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30W and ST6500 is 91 and 99 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30W and ST6500.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images but you have to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent WG-30W provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung ST6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung ST6500 |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2014-10-09 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
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 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" 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 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $280 | - |