Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung WB250F

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").

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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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.