Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung CL5
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung CL5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched February 2020
- Successor is Ricoh WG-80
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.5-4.5) lens
- 141g - 93 x 60 x 19mm
- Launched February 2009
- Additionally referred to as PL10

Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung CL5 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung CL5, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the WG-70 (16MP) and CL5 (9MP) and the WG-70 (1/2.3") and CL5 (1/2.5") come with different sensor sizes.

The WG-70 was launched 11 years after the CL5 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting through a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the WG-70 scores against the CL5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung CL5 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-70 & Samsung CL5. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery & Samsung CL5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Samsung CL5
WG-70 | CL5 | |||
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Launched | February 2020 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 134 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL5 over the Ricoh WG-70
CL5 | WG-70 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung CL5
WG-70 | CL5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung CL5 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-70 has got outer dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung CL5 has proportions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
See the Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung CL5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-70 and the CL5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-70 and CL5 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung CL5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The pic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-70 and CL5.
To sum up, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WG-70 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Ricoh WG-70 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher WG-70 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung CL5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung CL5 Specifications
Ricoh WG-70 | Samsung CL5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-70 | Samsung CL5 |
Also called as | - | PL10 |
Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2020-02-04 | 2009-02-23 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 9MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-4.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | On, off | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193 gr (0.43 lbs) | 141 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 93 x 60 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 | 300 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $280 | $391 |