Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung PL210

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung PL210, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 GPS was launched 3 years after the PL210 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the WG-4 GPS scores vs the PL210 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung PL210. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery and Samsung PL210 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS offers external dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Samsung PL210 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung PL210 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-4 GPS versus the PL210.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and PL210 is 90 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-4 GPS and PL210.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent WG-4 GPS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.