Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung TL240
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung TL240 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
- Announced October 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Additionally referred to as ST5000

Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung TL240 Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung TL240, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The WG-30W was released 4 years after the TL240 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the WG-30W scores versus the TL240 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung TL240 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung TL240. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Samsung TL240
WG-30W | TL240 | |||
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Announced | October 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 58 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Ricoh WG-30W
TL240 | WG-30W | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung TL240
WG-30W | TL240 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30W enjoys outer measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung TL240 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung TL240 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-30W vs the TL240.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WG-30W and TL240 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30W and TL240.
As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-30W to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more recent WG-30W provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung TL240 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung TL240 |
Also Known as | - | ST5000 |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2014-10-09 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4334 x 3256 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 4800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $280 | $171 |