Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB30F
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB30F 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
- Introduced February 2014
- Successor is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Announced January 2013
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB30F Overview
Below, we are looking at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB30F, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe WG-4 GPS was brought out 14 months later than the WB30F making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the WG-4 GPS grades against the WB30F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung WB30F. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Samsung WB30F
WG-4 GPS | WB30F | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | January 2013 | More recent by 14 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
WB30F | WG-4 GPS |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung WB30F
WG-4 GPS | WB30F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS features outer measurements 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 WB30F has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB30F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-4 GPS and the WB30F.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and WB30F is 90 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through specs. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 GPS and WB30F.
All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent WG-4 GPS provides a benefit in sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung WB30F |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-02-05 | 2013-01-07 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 235 gr (0.52 lb) | 128 gr (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $210 | $180 |