Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL210
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40 Features
44 Overall
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94 Imaging
35 Features
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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL210 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
- Announced February 2015
- Previous Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Successor is Ricoh WG-6
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Additionally Known as PL150

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL210 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung TL210, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and TL210 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The WG-5 GPS was announced 5 years later than the TL210 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the WG-5 GPS scores versus the TL210 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL210 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Samsung TL210. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Samsung TL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Samsung TL210
WG-5 GPS | TL210 | |||
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Announced | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 63 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
TL210 | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung TL210
WG-5 GPS | TL210 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL210 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS has physical dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL210 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung TL210 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-5 GPS and the TL210.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WG-5 GPS and TL210 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL210 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-5 GPS and TL210.
As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to offer you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent WG-5 GPS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL210 Specifications
Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Samsung TL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Samsung TL210 |
Also called | - | PL150 |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-02-10 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 236g (0.52 pounds) | 177g (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" 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 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | SLB-07B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $500 | $230 |