Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(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
(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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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").
Photography GlossaryThe 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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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-M1 & Samsung HZ35W. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung HZ35W
| WG-M1 | HZ35W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2014 | June 2010 | More modern by 52 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Ricoh WG-M1
| HZ35W | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
| Screen size | 3" | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") | |
| Screen resolution | 614k | 115k | Clearer screen (+499k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung HZ35W
| WG-M1 | HZ35W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | 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).
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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.

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 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.
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
| Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung 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 |