Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung ST90

Here is a detailed overview of the Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung ST90, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-30W was unveiled 3 years later than the ST90 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the WG-30W matches up against the ST90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung ST90. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Samsung ST90 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-30W has outside dimensions 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 ST90 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung ST90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-30W against the ST90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30W and ST90 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-30W and ST90.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-30W to give you more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher WG-30W provides a benefit in sensor tech.