Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung CL80
90 Imaging
40 Features
44 Overall
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95 Imaging
37 Features
30 Overall
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung CL80 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
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternative Name is ST5500
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In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Ricoh WG-4 versus Samsung CL80, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe WG-4 was manufactured 4 years after the CL80 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the WG-4 scores vs the CL80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung CL80. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Samsung CL80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Samsung CL80
| WG-4 | CL80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2014 |  | January 2010 | Newer by 50 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Ricoh WG-4
| CL80 | WG-4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3.7" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung CL80
| WG-4 | CL80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-4 comes with exterior dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung CL80 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-4 against the CL80.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 and CL80 is 90 and 95 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-4 and CL80.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Ricoh WG-4 to offer greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer WG-4 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung CL80 Specifications
| Ricoh WG-4 | Samsung CL80 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model type | Ricoh WG-4 | Samsung CL80 |
| Also called as | - | ST5500 |
| Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2014-02-05 | 2010-01-06 |
| Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
| 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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4334 x 3256 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 4800 |
| Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3.7" |
| Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 230g (0.51 lb) | 160g (0.35 lb) |
| Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| 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 | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | D-LI92 | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $330 | $400 |
