Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210
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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 WB210 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
- Revealed February 2014
- Successor is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2011
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The WG-4 GPS was manufactured 2 years later than the WB210 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the WG-4 GPS scores against the WB210 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Samsung WB210. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Samsung WB210
WG-4 GPS | WB210 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | Fresher by 32 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 1k | Clearer screen (+459k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
WB210 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung WB210
WG-4 GPS | WB210 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS has exterior 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 WB210 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-4 GPS versus the WB210.
![Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210 size comparison Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-vs-Samsung-WB210-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 GPS and WB210 is 90 and 94 respectively.
![Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210 top view buttons comparison Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-vs-Samsung-WB210-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-4 GPS and WB210.
Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to resolve more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern WG-4 GPS is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
![Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210 sensor size comparison Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-vs-Samsung-WB210-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210 Screen and ViewFinder
![Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-vs-Samsung-WB210-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung WB210 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung WB210 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-02-05 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 1k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 235 grams (0.52 lbs) | 174 grams (0.38 lbs) |
Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" 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 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $210 | $279 |