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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ35W

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32
Ricoh WG-M1 front
 
Samsung HZ35W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
42
Overall
37

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ35W 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
  • Released September 2014
Samsung HZ35W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
  • Announced June 2010
  • Also referred to as WB650
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview

Here, we will be contrasting the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung HZ35W, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-M1 was revealed 4 years after the HZ35W which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the WG-M1 scores against the HZ35W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung HZ35W

 WG-M1 HZ35W 
AnnouncedSeptember 2014June 2010More modern by 52 months

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Ricoh WG-M1

 HZ35W WG-M1 
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Screen size3"1.5"Bigger screen (+1.5")
Screen resolution614k115kClearer screen (+499k dot)

Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung HZ35W

 WG-M1 HZ35W 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-M1 enjoys outside dimensions 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 HZ35W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung HZ35W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the WG-M1 versus the HZ35W.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ35W size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WG-M1 and HZ35W is 91 and 91 respectively.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ35W top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-M1 and HZ35W.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Ricoh WG-M1 to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern WG-M1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ35W sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography features
Samsung HZ35W Portrait photography features
30
decent MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
34
manual focus
includes face detection autofocus
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Ricoh WG-M1
Street photography with Samsung HZ35W
53
environment sealing
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
maximum ISO low (800)
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (245 grams)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography information
Samsung HZ35W Sports photography information
38
decent MP (14MP)
environment sealing
good battery pack (350 shots)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
42
amazing zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes tracking autofocus
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Travel photography factors
Samsung HZ35W Travel photography factors
64
good battery pack (350 per charge)
environment sealing
decent MP (14MP)
does not have Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
63
lighter than competition (245g)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
long zoom (360mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-M1
Landscape photography with Samsung HZ35W
35
decent MP (14MP)
environment sealing
good battery pack (350 CIPA)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (1.5")
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (800)
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
43
manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging details
Samsung HZ35W Vlogging details
26
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
does not have mic support
31
pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
lighter than competition (245 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic socket
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung HZ35W
 Ricoh WG-M1Samsung HZ35W
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh WG-M1 Samsung HZ35W
Also referred to as - WB650
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2014-09-12 2010-06-16
Physical type 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 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 800 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range (1×) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus distance - 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 1.5 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 115k dots 614k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 16 seconds
Maximum shutter speed - 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 10.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 5.00 m
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 190 grams (0.42 lb) 245 grams (0.54 lb)
Physical dimensions 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1")
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 shots -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model DB-65 SLB-11A
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage microSD/microSDHC, internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at launch $2,000 $300