Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung SL620
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40 Features
43 Overall
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung SL620 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
- Released February 2014
- Updated by Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Alternative Name is PL65
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung SL620 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Samsung SL620, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and SL620 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe WG-4 GPS was brought out 5 years later than the SL620 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the WG-4 GPS matches up against the SL620 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung SL620 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Samsung SL620. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Samsung SL620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Samsung SL620
WG-4 GPS | SL620 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | February 2009 | Fresher by 61 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
SL620 | WG-4 GPS |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung SL620
WG-4 GPS | SL620 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS has got outer dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL620 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Samsung SL620 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-4 GPS vs the SL620.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and SL620 is 90 and 94 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-4 GPS and SL620.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to deliver more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer WG-4 GPS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung SL620 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung SL620 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung SL620 |
Also Known as | - | PL65 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Released | 2014-02-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 235 gr (0.52 lbs) | 168 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" 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 | 240 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $210 | $200 |