Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung SL820
90 Imaging
40 Features
44 Overall
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94 Imaging
34 Features
21 Overall
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung SL820 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
- Launched February 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Also Known as IT100
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Lets look more closely at the Ricoh WG-4 versus Samsung SL820, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the WG-4 (16MP) and SL820 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WG-4 was introduced 5 years later than the SL820 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the WG-4 scores versus the SL820 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 & Samsung SL820. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery & Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Samsung SL820
| WG-4 | SL820 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2014 |  | February 2009 | Fresher by 61 months |
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Ricoh WG-4
| SL820 | WG-4 |
|---|
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung SL820
| WG-4 | SL820 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither provides Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 provides exterior dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung SL820 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh WG-4 versus Samsung SL820 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the WG-4 and the SL820.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 and SL820 is 90 and 94 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-4 and SL820.
To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Ricoh WG-4 to resolve extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern WG-4 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
| Ricoh WG-4 | Samsung SL820 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model type | Ricoh WG-4 | Samsung SL820 |
| Alternative name | - | IT100 |
| Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2014-02-05 | 2009-02-17 |
| 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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.4-5.8 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 4.50 m |
| Flash settings | 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 | ||
| AE 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file 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 | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| 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") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | D-LI92 | SLB-10A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $330 | $280 |