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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung CL80

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32
Ricoh WG-M1 front
 
Samsung CL80 front
Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
30
Overall
33

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs

Ricoh WG-M1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 1.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
  • 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
  • Launched September 2014
Samsung CL80
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 4800 (Expand to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2010
  • Alternative Name is ST5500
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung CL80 Overview

Let's look much closer at the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung CL80, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-M1 was launched 4 years later than the CL80 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the WG-M1 grades vs the CL80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung CL80

 WG-M1 CL80 
IntroducedSeptember 2014January 2010More recent by 57 months

Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 CL80 WG-M1 
Screen dimension3.7"1.5"Bigger screen (+2.2")
Screen resolution230k115kSharper screen (+115k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung CL80

 WG-M1 CL80 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-M1 offers external dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung CL80 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-M1 versus the CL80.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung CL80 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WG-M1 and CL80 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung CL80 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-M1 and CL80.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern WG-M1 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung CL80 sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung CL80 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung CL80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung CL80 as a Portrait photography camera
30
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Ricoh WG-M1
Street photography with Samsung CL80
53
weather proofing
fixed screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
low max ISO (800)
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
boasts touch to focus
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
heavier than average in class (160g)
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography information
Samsung CL80 Sports photography information
38
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
weather proofing
better than average battery power (350 CIPA)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
38
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Ricoh WG-M1
Travel photography with Samsung CL80
64
better than average battery power (350 shots)
weather proofing
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
60
boasts touch to focus
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
no Time Lapse function
heavier than average in class (160 grams)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung CL80 as a Landscape photography camera
35
resolution is good (14MP)
weather proofing
better than average battery power (350 shots)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (1.5")
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low max ISO (800)
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
37
screen larger than average (3.7 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
lack of manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging highlights
Samsung CL80 Vlogging highlights
26
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
doesn't have external microphone socket
27
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic jack
heavier than average in class (160 grams)
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung CL80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung CL80
 Ricoh WG-M1Samsung CL80
General Information
Brand Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh WG-M1 Samsung CL80
Also referred to as - ST5500
Class Waterproof Ultracompact
Launched 2014-09-12 2010-01-06
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type 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 14MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4334 x 3256
Highest native ISO 800 4800
Highest boosted ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range (1×) 31-217mm (7.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8 f/3.3-5.5
Macro focus range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 1.5 inch 3.7 inch
Resolution of screen 115k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed - 8 secs
Highest shutter speed - 1/1500 secs
Continuous shooting speed 10.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash 5.00 m
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 190g (0.42 lb) 160g (0.35 lb)
Dimensions 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 350 photographs -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model DB-65 SLB-11A
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse recording
Storage media microSD/microSDHC, internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $2,000 $400