Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Launched February 2014
- Later Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced August 2012
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WG-4 GPS was introduced 18 months after the Galaxy Camera 3G making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the WG-4 GPS scores vs the Galaxy Camera 3G with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
WG-4 GPS | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | August 2012 | Newer by 18 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 0k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
Galaxy Camera 3G | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Display dimension | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
WG-4 GPS | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS has exterior measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the WG-4 GPS and the Galaxy Camera 3G.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 90 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 GPS and Galaxy Camera 3G.
As you have seen, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos but you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer WG-4 GPS provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-02-05 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 235 gr (0.52 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 240 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $210 | $606 |