Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB1100F

Its time to look much closer at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB1100F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 GPS was brought out at a similar time to the WB1100F so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the WG-4 GPS matches up vs the WB1100F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung WB1100F. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to consider 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") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Samsung WB1100F has specifications of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") and a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB1100F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-4 GPS against the WB1100F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and WB1100F is 90 and 67 respectively.

Often, it's hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The graphic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-4 GPS and WB1100F.

To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images however you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration.