Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung DV300F
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Released September 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Released January 2012
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Lets look a little more in depth at the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung DV300F, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the WG-M1 matches up against the DV300F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung DV300F. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung DV300F
| WG-M1 | DV300F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2014 |  | January 2012 | More modern by 33 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Ricoh WG-M1
| DV300F | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.5") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 115k | Sharper display (+345k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung DV300F
| WG-M1 | DV300F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither offers Touch display |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-M1 offers outside dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung DV300F has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-M1 versus the DV300F.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-M1 and DV300F is 91 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The pic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-M1 and DV300F.
To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung DV300F to provide extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent WG-M1 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
| Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung DV300F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model type | Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung DV300F |
| Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2014-09-12 | 2012-01-02 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| 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 | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | (1×) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 1.5" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 115 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | - | 16s |
| Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.10 m |
| Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 190g (0.42 lb) | 133g (0.29 lb) |
| Dimensions | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 photographs | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | DB-65 | BP88 |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC, internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $2,000 | $200 |