Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL240
90 Imaging
40 Features
44 Overall
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95 Imaging
36 Features
32 Overall
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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL240 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
- 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
- Launched February 2015
- Superseded the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Replacement is Ricoh WG-6
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also referred to as ST5000

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL240 Overview
The following is a in depth review of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung TL240, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The WG-5 GPS was announced 5 years after the TL240 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the WG-5 GPS matches up versus the TL240 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL240 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Samsung TL240. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Samsung TL240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Samsung TL240
WG-5 GPS | TL240 | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 63 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
TL240 | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung TL240
WG-5 GPS | TL240 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS features physical dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL240 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung TL240 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-5 GPS compared to the TL240.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WG-5 GPS and TL240 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-5 GPS and TL240.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to provide greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger WG-5 GPS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Samsung TL240 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Samsung TL240 |
Otherwise known as | - | ST5000 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Launched | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
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 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4334 x 3256 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 4800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.40 m (at 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 |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 236 gr (0.52 pounds) | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | SLB-11A |
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 |
Cost at release | $500 | $171 |