Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung WB30F

Let's look a bit more closely at the Ricoh WG-70 versus Samsung WB30F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-70 was introduced 7 years after the WB30F which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the WG-70 scores versus the WB30F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-70 enjoys physical dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-70 versus Samsung WB30F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the WG-70 against the WB30F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-70 and WB30F is 91 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The picture here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-70 and WB30F.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern WG-70 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.