Ricoh WG-80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Below, we are contrasting the Ricoh WG-80 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-80 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-80 was unveiled 9 years later than the Galaxy Camera 4G and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the WG-80 scores against the Galaxy Camera 4G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-80 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-80 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-80 offers outer measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-80 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-80 compared to the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-80 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The visual below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-80 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer WG-80 will have a benefit in sensor tech.