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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung TL240

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41
Ricoh WG-4 front
 
Samsung TL240 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung TL240 Key Specs

Ricoh WG-4
(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
  • Released February 2014
Samsung TL240
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 4800 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2010
  • Additionally referred to as ST5000
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung TL240 Overview

Let's look more closely at the Ricoh WG-4 versus Samsung TL240, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 was launched 4 years after the TL240 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the WG-4 scores vs the TL240 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Samsung TL240

 WG-4 TL240 
AnnouncedFebruary 2014January 2010More modern by 50 months
Focus manually More exact focusing
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Ricoh WG-4

 TL240 WG-4 
Display dimension3.5"3"Larger display (+0.5")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung TL240

 WG-4 TL240 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-4 has outside measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL240 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-4 versus Samsung TL240 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-4 vs the TL240.

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung TL240 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 and TL240 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung TL240 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 and TL240.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-4 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer WG-4 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung TL240 sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-4
Portrait photography with Samsung TL240
41
has manual focus
decent megapixels (16MP)
supports face detect focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
28
resolution is good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-4 Street photography information
Samsung TL240 Street photography information
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
60
image stabilization (Optical)
boasts touch focus
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
more heavy than average (160 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-4 Sports photography factors
Samsung TL240 Sports photography factors
45
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16MP)
supports tracking focus
environment proof
max fps very slow (2.0 fps)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
bad battery life (240 per charge)
does not have phase detect auto focus
43
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
comes with tracking focus
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-4 Travel photography info
Samsung TL240 Travel photography info
72
environment proof
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (25mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
bad battery life (240 CIPA)
does not have selfie friendly screen
60
boasts touch focus
resolution is good (14MP)
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse function
more heavy than average (160g)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (31mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-4 Landscape photography factors
Samsung TL240 Landscape photography factors
54
has manual focus
rather wide (25mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen size is decent (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16MP)
environment proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
bad battery life (240 per charge)
37
bigger than average screen (3.5 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (31mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
manual exposure not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-4 Vlogging factors
Samsung TL240 Vlogging factors
36
rather wide (25mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does not have selfie friendly screen
does not have microphone port
27
touchscreen enabled
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (31mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone socket
more heavy than average (160 grams)
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung TL240
 Ricoh WG-4Samsung TL240
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh WG-4 Samsung TL240
Also called as - ST5000
Type Waterproof Ultracompact
Released 2014-02-05 2010-01-06
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4334 x 3256
Highest native ISO 6400 4800
Highest enhanced ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 125 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-100mm (4.0x) 31-217mm (7.0x)
Max aperture f/2.0-4.9 f/3.3-5.5
Macro focus distance 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 3.5"
Display resolution 460 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/1500s
Continuous shutter rate 2.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 10.00 m (Auto ISO) 5.00 m
Flash settings Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
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, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 230g (0.51 lb) 160g (0.35 lb)
Dimensions 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 photos -
Battery type 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 MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $330 $171