Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Its time to look closer at the Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 was introduced 18 months later than the Galaxy Camera 4G making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the WG-4 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 4G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 enjoys outside measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-4 compared to the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 90 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent WG-4 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.