Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung TL205
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung TL205 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
- Revealed February 2020
- New Model is Ricoh WG-80
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Other Name is PL100
Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung TL205 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung TL205, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the WG-70 (16MP) and TL205 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe WG-70 was released 10 years after the TL205 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the WG-70 grades vs the TL205 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung TL205. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Samsung TL205
WG-70 | TL205 | |||
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Launched | February 2020 | January 2010 | More modern by 123 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Ricoh WG-70
TL205 | WG-70 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung TL205
WG-70 | TL205 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-70 features exterior 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 TL205 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung TL205 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-70 vs the TL205.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-70 and TL205 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The image below will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-70 and TL205.
Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Ricoh WG-70 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher WG-70 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Ricoh WG-70 | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-70 | Samsung TL205 |
Also Known as | - | PL100 |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2020-02-04 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
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 screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | On, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) | 177 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $280 | $180 |