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Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung WB35F

Portability
91
Imaging
43
Features
39
Overall
41
Ricoh WG-70 front
 
Samsung WB35F front
Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37

Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung WB35F Key Specs

Ricoh WG-70
(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
  • Launched February 2020
  • Successor is Ricoh WG-80
Samsung WB35F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2014
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung WB35F Overview

Below is a thorough analysis of the Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung WB35F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-70 was introduced 6 years later than the WB35F and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the WG-70 matches up vs the WB35F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Samsung WB35F

 WG-70 WB35F 
LaunchedFebruary 2020January 2014More recent by 74 months

Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Ricoh WG-70

 WB35F WG-70 

Common features in the Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung WB35F

 WG-70 WB35F 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen size
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-70 provides exterior 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 WB35F has proportions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-70 versus the WB35F.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung WB35F size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-70 and WB35F is 91 and 93 respectively.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung WB35F top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The photograph here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-70 and WB35F.

To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger WG-70 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung WB35F sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-70 Portrait photography advice
Samsung WB35F Portrait photography advice
42
manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has face detect autofocus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
37
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-70 Street photography details
Samsung WB35F Street photography details
62
has image stabilization (Digital)
weather proofing
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
62
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (194 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-70 Sports photography factors
Samsung WB35F Sports photography factors
50
has image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (16MP)
has tracking focus
weather proofing
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
40
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-70 Travel photography information
Samsung WB35F Travel photography information
71
weather proofing
resolution is good (16MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
70
lighter than competition in class (194g)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (24mm)
very long reach (288mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-70 Landscape photography features
Samsung WB35F Landscape photography features
49
manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
weather proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
43
you can focus manually
really wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-70 Vlogging information
Samsung WB35F Vlogging information
33
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
has face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of microphone port
31
really wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (194 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic port
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-70 and Samsung WB35F
 Ricoh WG-70Samsung WB35F
General Information
Brand Ricoh Samsung
Model type Ricoh WG-70 Samsung WB35F
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2020-02-04 2014-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 125 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 24-288mm (12.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/3.1-6.3
Macro focusing range 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) -
Flash modes On, off -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
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
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Yes (Wireless) Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 193 grams (0.43 lb) 194 grams (0.43 lb)
Physical dimensions 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1")
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 pictures -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID - BP70A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $280 $130