Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB800F
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB800F 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
- Released February 2014
- New Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB800F Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB800F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe WG-4 GPS was unveiled 14 months after the WB800F which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the WG-4 GPS grades versus the WB800F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Samsung WB800F. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Samsung WB800F
WG-4 GPS | WB800F | |||
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Released | February 2014 | January 2013 | More modern by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
WB800F | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung WB800F
WG-4 GPS | WB800F | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS has physical 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 WB800F has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB800F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-4 GPS compared to the WB800F.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 GPS and WB800F is 90 and 92 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 GPS and WB800F.
As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The fresher WG-4 GPS will have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Samsung WB800F |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-02-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 235 grams (0.52 lbs) | 218 grams (0.48 lbs) |
Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $210 | $300 |