Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung HZ35W 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
- Announced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Released June 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB650

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung HZ35W, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the WG-4 (16MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The WG-4 was manufactured 3 years after the HZ35W which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the WG-4 scores versus the HZ35W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 & Samsung HZ35W. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Samsung HZ35W
WG-4 | HZ35W | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 45 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Ricoh WG-4
HZ35W | WG-4 | |||
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Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung HZ35W
WG-4 | HZ35W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 enjoys outside dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung HZ35W in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-4 and the HZ35W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 and HZ35W is 90 and 91 respectively.

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-4 and HZ35W.
Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Ricoh WG-4 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer WG-4 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-4 | Samsung HZ35W |
Also Known as | - | WB650 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-02-05 | 2010-06-16 |
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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 pounds) | 245g (0.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $330 | $300 |