Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung TL240

Following is a detailed overview of the Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung TL240, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-70 was introduced 10 years after the TL240 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the WG-70 grades against the TL240 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung TL240. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-70 enjoys 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) whilst the Samsung TL240 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung TL240 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-70 against the TL240.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-70 and TL240 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-70 and TL240.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-70 to give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent WG-70 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.