Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung SL202
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40 Features
44 Overall
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung SL202 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
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Announced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
- Alternative Name is PL50

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung SL202 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung SL202, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the WG-4 (16MP) and SL202 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The WG-4 was introduced 5 years after the SL202 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the WG-4 scores versus the SL202 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung SL202. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Samsung SL202
WG-4 | SL202 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 61 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Ricoh WG-4
SL202 | WG-4 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung SL202
WG-4 | SL202 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 provides outside measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung SL202 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung SL202 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-4 against the SL202.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 and SL202 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 and SL202.
As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Ricoh WG-4 to show extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer WG-4 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung SL202 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-4 | Samsung SL202 |
Otherwise known as | - | PL50 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-02-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 pounds) | 168 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $330 | $140 |