Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung TL220
90 Imaging
40 Features
43 Overall
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95 Imaging
34 Features
27 Overall
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung TL220 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
- New Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2009
- Also referred to as ST500

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung TL220 Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Samsung TL220, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and TL220 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The WG-4 GPS was unveiled 4 years after the TL220 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the WG-4 GPS grades versus the TL220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Samsung TL220. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Samsung TL220
WG-4 GPS | TL220 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 55 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
TL220 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung TL220
WG-4 GPS | TL220 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS features exterior measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Samsung TL220 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Samsung TL220 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-4 GPS versus the TL220.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 GPS and TL220 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 GPS and TL220.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to offer you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern WG-4 GPS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung TL220 |
Also called | - | ST500 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-02-05 | 2009-08-13 |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | 235 grams (0.52 lb) | 169 grams (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $210 | $90 |