Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung WB700
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung WB700 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
- Introduced October 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced December 2010
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung WB700 Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the Ricoh WG-30W versus Samsung WB700, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WG-30W was unveiled 3 years after the WB700 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the WG-30W scores against the WB700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung WB700 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30W & Samsung WB700. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Samsung WB700
WG-30W | WB700 | |||
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Announced | October 2014 | December 2010 | Newer by 47 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Ricoh WG-30W
WB700 | WG-30W | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 614k | 230k | Sharper screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung WB700
WG-30W | WB700 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung WB700 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-30W comes with 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) while the Samsung WB700 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check the Ricoh WG-30W versus Samsung WB700 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-30W against the WB700.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-30W and WB700 is 91 and 98 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung WB700 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30W and WB700.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Ricoh WG-30W to render greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger WG-30W should have an advantage in sensor innovation.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung WB700 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung WB700 Specifications
Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung WB700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung WB700 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-10-09 | 2010-12-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
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 | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $280 | $300 |