Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung SL620
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung SL620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed February 2020
- Newer Model is Ricoh WG-80
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Alternative Name is PL65

Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung SL620 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung SL620, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the WG-70 (16MP) and SL620 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WG-70 was introduced 11 years after the SL620 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the WG-70 matches up against the SL620 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung SL620 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-70 & Samsung SL620. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery & Samsung SL620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Samsung SL620
WG-70 | SL620 | |||
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Revealed | February 2020 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 134 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Ricoh WG-70
SL620 | WG-70 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung SL620
WG-70 | SL620 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-70 enjoys outside measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL620 has specifications of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung SL620 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-70 vs the SL620.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-70 and SL620 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-70 and SL620.
As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Ricoh WG-70 to offer you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer WG-70 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung SL620 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung SL620 Specifications
Ricoh WG-70 | Samsung SL620 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-70 | Samsung SL620 |
Also called as | - | PL65 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2020-02-04 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.60 m |
Flash options | On, off | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193g (0.43 lb) | 168g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 300 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $280 | $200 |