Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung HZ10W
90 Imaging
40 Features
43 Overall
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90 Imaging
33 Features
27 Overall
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Renewed by Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Introduced May 2009
- Other Name is WB500

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung HZ10W, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The WG-4 GPS was brought out 4 years after the HZ10W which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the WG-4 GPS scores against the HZ10W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Samsung HZ10W. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Samsung HZ10W
WG-4 GPS | HZ10W | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 58 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
HZ10W | WG-4 GPS |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung HZ10W
WG-4 GPS | HZ10W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS comes with outer measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ10W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung HZ10W in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-4 GPS compared to the HZ10W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and HZ10W is 90 and 90 respectively.

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 GPS and HZ10W.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to give greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern WG-4 GPS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung HZ10W |
Also referred to as | - | WB500 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-02-05 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2432 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 (60p, 30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 235g (0.52 lbs) | 249g (0.55 lbs) |
Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 | 240 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $210 | $300 |