Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung TL320

On this page, we will be matching up the Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung TL320, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the WG-70 (16MP) and TL320 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-70 was announced 11 years later than the TL320 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the WG-70 grades versus the TL320 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung TL320. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery and Samsung TL320 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-70 enjoys exterior measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung TL320 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check the Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung TL320 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the WG-70 compared to the TL320.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WG-70 and TL320 is 91 and 98 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The visual below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-70 and TL320.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-70 to give extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer WG-70 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.