Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung ST30

Lets examine more closely at the Ricoh WG-70 versus Samsung ST30, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the WG-70 (16MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the WG-70 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The WG-70 was launched 9 years after the ST30 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the WG-70 matches up vs the ST30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-70 & Samsung ST30. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-70 provides outer dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung ST30 has dimensions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-70 versus Samsung ST30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-70 and the ST30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-70 and ST30 is 91 and 98 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-70 and ST30.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WG-70 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Ricoh WG-70 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer WG-70 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.