Ricoh WG-80 vs Samsung SL102
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Ricoh WG-80 vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.70" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched May 2022
- Previous Model is Ricoh WG-70
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Alternative Name is ES55

Ricoh WG-80 vs Samsung SL102 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Ricoh WG-80 and Samsung SL102, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the WG-80 (16MP) and SL102 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The WG-80 was launched 13 years after the SL102 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the WG-80 scores vs the SL102 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh WG-80 vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-80 and Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-80 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-80 over the Samsung SL102
WG-80 | SL102 | |||
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Launched | May 2022 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 163 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 2.70" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Ricoh WG-80
SL102 | WG-80 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-80 and Samsung SL102
WG-80 | SL102 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Ricoh WG-80 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-80 comes with exterior dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL102 has specifications of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh WG-80 and Samsung SL102 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-80 and the SL102.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-80 and SL102 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Ricoh WG-80 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-80 and SL102.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-80 to give more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The newer WG-80 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-80 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-80 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Ricoh WG-80 | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-80 | Samsung SL102 |
Also called as | - | ES55 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2022-05-19 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.70 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | On, off | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193 grams (0.43 lb) | 116 grams (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $300 | $130 |