Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung ST93

The following is a in depth assessment of the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung ST93, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 was announced 2 years after the ST93 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the WG-4 matches up vs the ST93 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung ST93. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-4 enjoys outside dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung ST93 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung ST93 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-4 and the ST93.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 and ST93 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The picture below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-4 and ST93.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern WG-4 will have an edge in sensor tech.