Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung WB35F
90 Imaging
40 Features
44 Overall
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93 Imaging
40 Features
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung WB35F 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
- Introduced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2014
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung WB35F Overview
Below is a detailed assessment of the Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung WB35F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe WG-4 was launched around the same time to the WB35F and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the WG-4 matches up versus the WB35F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung WB35F. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Samsung WB35F
WG-4 | WB35F | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Ricoh WG-4
WB35F | WG-4 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung WB35F
WG-4 | WB35F | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | January 2014 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 enjoys 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) whilst the Samsung WB35F has dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung WB35F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-4 and the WB35F.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 and WB35F is 90 and 93 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 and WB35F.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration.
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-4 | Samsung WB35F |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-02-05 | 2014-01-07 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 lb) | 194g (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $330 | $130 |