Ricoh WG-80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Ricoh WG-80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-80 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-80 was announced 8 years later than the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the WG-80 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-80 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-80 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-80 features outer measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-80 and the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-80 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-80 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should really take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent WG-80 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.