Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung WB250F
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(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
- Introduced February 2018
- Replaced the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Ricoh WG-6 and Samsung WB250F, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the WG-6 (20MP) and WB250F (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The WG-6 was announced 5 years later than the WB250F and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the WG-6 matches up against the WB250F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-6 & Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Samsung WB250F
WG-6 | WB250F | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | January 2013 | More recent by 63 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Ricoh WG-6
WB250F | WG-6 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-6 and Samsung WB250F
WG-6 | WB250F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-6 features physical 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 WB250F has specifications of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh WG-6 and Samsung WB250F in our brand new 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 the front view scale comparison of the WG-6 versus the WB250F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-6 and WB250F is 89 and 93 respectively.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The photograph here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-6 and WB250F.
To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-6 to offer more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent WG-6 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Ricoh WG-6 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-6 | Samsung WB250F |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2018-02-21 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
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 | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Flash on, flash off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840x2160 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Supports FlashAir SD cards | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 246g (0.54 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 | 340 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $271 | $250 |