Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung PL170

The following is a thorough review of the Ricoh WG-4 versus Samsung PL170, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the PL170 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 was launched 3 years after the PL170 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the WG-4 matches up against the PL170 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung PL170. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 has got physical dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung PL170 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-4 versus Samsung PL170 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-4 compared to the PL170.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 and PL170 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The image here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-4 and PL170.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you have to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent WG-4 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.