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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32
Ricoh WG-M1 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs

Ricoh WG-M1
(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
  • Introduced September 2014
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Launched August 2012
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview

Let's take a closer look at the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The WG-M1 was revealed 2 years later than the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the WG-M1 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 WG-M1 Galaxy Camera 3G 
LaunchedSeptember 2014August 2012More recent by 25 months
Screen resolution115k0kCrisper screen (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Ricoh WG-M1

 Galaxy Camera 3G WG-M1 
Screen size4.8"1.5"Bigger screen (+3.3")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 WG-M1 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-M1 has outside measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-M1 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-M1 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-M1 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to offer extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger WG-M1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Portrait photography factors
30
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
30
good MP (16MP)
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Ricoh WG-M1
Street photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
53
weather proof
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
maximum ISO low (800)
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (305 grams)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sports photography advice
38
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
weather proof
better than average battery (350 CIPA)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
44
long zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Travel photography camera
64
better than average battery (350 shots)
weather proof
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
72
lighter than others in class (305 grams)
good MP (16 megapixels)
relatively wide (23mm)
very long zoom (481mm)
good max aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography info
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Landscape photography info
35
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
weather proof
better than average battery (350 per charge)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (1.5 inches)
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (800)
has no RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
47
relatively wide (23mm)
good max aperture (f)
lovely big screen (4.8 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
lack of manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging details
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Vlogging details
26
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
lack of microphone port
36
relatively wide (23mm)
good max aperture (f)
touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others in class (305g)
display isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have external mic jack
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
 Ricoh WG-M1Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
General Information
Make Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh WG-M1 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2014-09-12 2012-08-29
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
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 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 -
Maximum native ISO 800 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range (1×) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Max aperture f/2.8 -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 1.5 inch 4.8 inch
Resolution of display 115 thousand dot 0 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display technology - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Continuous shutter speed 10.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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) 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 190 gr (0.42 lb) 305 gr (0.67 lb)
Physical dimensions 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery model DB-65 -
Time lapse recording
Storage media microSD/microSDHC, internal micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $2,000 $606