Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung ST600
90 Imaging
40 Features
44 Overall
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95 Imaging
36 Features
40 Overall
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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung ST600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Older Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Successor is Ricoh WG-6
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 150g - 104 x 60 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung ST600 Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung ST600, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The WG-5 GPS was launched 5 years after the ST600 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the WG-5 GPS grades against the ST600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung ST600 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Samsung ST600. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Samsung ST600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Samsung ST600
WG-5 GPS | ST600 | |||
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Announced | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 63 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST600 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
ST600 | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung ST600
WG-5 GPS | ST600 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung ST600 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS offers exterior measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Samsung ST600 has specifications of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung ST600 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-5 GPS compared to the ST600.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-5 GPS and ST600 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung ST600 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-5 GPS and ST600.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer WG-5 GPS provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung ST600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung ST600 Specifications
Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Samsung ST600 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Samsung ST600 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2015-02-10 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 4800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 1,152k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 14.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 236g (0.52 lbs) | 150g (0.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 104 x 60 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | SLB07 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $500 | $330 |