Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Succeeded the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Alternative Name is WB5000
Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ25W, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the WG-6 (20MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe WG-6 was unveiled 7 years later than the HZ25W and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the WG-6 grades versus the HZ25W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-6 and Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Samsung HZ25W
WG-6 | HZ25W | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | July 2010 | More recent by 93 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Ricoh WG-6
HZ25W | WG-6 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-6 and Samsung HZ25W
WG-6 | HZ25W | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-6 has exterior measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ25W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-6 versus the HZ25W.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-6 and HZ25W is 89 and 70 respectively.
Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-6 and HZ25W.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-6 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger WG-6 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Ricoh WG-6 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-6 | Samsung HZ25W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB5000 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2018-02-21 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
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 | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Flash on, flash off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840x2160 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Supports FlashAir SD cards | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 246g (0.54 pounds) | 428g (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 340 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $271 | $350 |