Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung WB30F

Here, we will be contrasting the Ricoh WG-30W versus Samsung WB30F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-30W was released 22 months after the WB30F which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the WG-30W grades against the WB30F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung WB30F. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-30W offers outside measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-30W versus Samsung WB30F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-30W vs the WB30F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-30W and WB30F is 91 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The pic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30W and WB30F.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of files though you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern WG-30W should have an edge in sensor tech.