Ricoh WG-80 vs Samsung HZ30W

Here is a extended overview of the Ricoh WG-80 versus Samsung HZ30W, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the WG-80 (16MP) and HZ30W (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-80 was launched 12 years later than the HZ30W and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the WG-80 scores vs the HZ30W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-80 and Samsung HZ30W. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-80 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-80 comes with outside 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 HZ30W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-80 versus Samsung HZ30W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-80 versus the HZ30W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-80 and HZ30W is 91 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-80 and HZ30W.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-80 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher WG-80 will have an advantage in sensor technology.