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Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ35W

Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
46
Ricoh WG-6 front
 
Samsung HZ35W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
42
Overall
37

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs

Ricoh WG-6
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
  • Launched February 2018
  • Superseded the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Samsung HZ35W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
  • Released June 2010
  • Additionally Known as WB650
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview

In this article, we will be contrasting the Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ35W, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the WG-6 (20MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The WG-6 was manufactured 7 years later than the HZ35W and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the WG-6 grades against the HZ35W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Samsung HZ35W

 WG-6 HZ35W 
ReleasedFebruary 2018June 2010More recent by 94 months
Screen resolution1040k614kSharper screen (+426k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Ricoh WG-6

 HZ35W WG-6 

Common features in the Ricoh WG-6 and Samsung HZ35W

 WG-6 HZ35W 
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurements
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-6 offers outer dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ35W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-6 and the HZ35W.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ35W size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-6 and HZ35W is 89 and 91 respectively.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ35W top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-6 and HZ35W.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Ricoh WG-6 to provide greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer WG-6 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ35W sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung HZ35W Portrait photography highlights
45
you can focus manually
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
supports face detect focusing
no manual control
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
34
manual focus
features face detection focus
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 Street photography info
Samsung HZ35W Street photography info
60
image stabilization (Digital)
weather proofing
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
more heavy than others (246g)
60
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (245 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 Sports photography factors
Samsung HZ35W Sports photography factors
54
image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
supports tracking focus
weather proofing
good battery (340 shots)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
42
incredible zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking autofocus
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Ricoh WG-6
Travel photography with Samsung HZ35W
70
good battery (340 per charge)
weather proofing
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
more heavy than others (246g)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
63
lighter than competition in class (245g)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
long zoom (360mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 Landscape photography features
Samsung HZ35W Landscape photography features
56
you can focus manually
really wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
weather proofing
good battery (340 per charge)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
43
manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 Vlogging features
Samsung HZ35W Vlogging features
32
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detect focusing
high video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
doesn't have microphone socket
more heavy than others (246g)
31
pretty wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focus
lighter than competition in class (245 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone jack
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-6 and Samsung HZ35W
 Ricoh WG-6Samsung HZ35W
General Information
Make Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh WG-6 Samsung HZ35W
Alternative name - WB650
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2018-02-21 2010-06-16
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 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 5184 x 3888 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 125 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
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 28-140mm (5.0x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus range 1cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 614k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 16 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) 5.00 m
Flash options Flash on, flash off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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 data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 246 grams (0.54 pounds) 245 grams (0.54 pounds)
Dimensions 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" 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 340 photos -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model - SLB-11A
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $271 $300