Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST6500
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![Ricoh WG-4 GPS front Ricoh WG-4 GPS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-WG-4-GPS/Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-front.jpg)
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST6500 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
- Announced February 2014
- Successor is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST6500 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung ST6500, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The WG-4 GPS was unveiled 3 years after the ST6500 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the WG-4 GPS scores against the ST6500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST6500 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung ST6500. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Samsung ST6500
WG-4 GPS | ST6500 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 38 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
ST6500 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung ST6500
WG-4 GPS | ST6500 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS comes with external dimensions 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 ST6500 has measurements of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check out the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung ST6500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-4 GPS versus the ST6500.
![Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST6500 size comparison Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST6500 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-vs-Samsung-ST6500-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 GPS and ST6500 is 90 and 99 respectively.
![Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST6500 top view buttons comparison Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST6500 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-vs-Samsung-ST6500-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The picture below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-4 GPS and ST6500.
Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files although you have to take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher WG-4 GPS provides an advantage in sensor tech.
![Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST6500 sensor size comparison Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST6500 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-vs-Samsung-ST6500-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and ViewFinder
![Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-vs-Samsung-ST6500-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung ST6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung ST6500 |
Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2014-02-05 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 235 grams (0.52 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $210 | - |