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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung PL200

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32
Ricoh WG-M1 front
 
Samsung PL200 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung PL200 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 PL200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
  • Released July 2010
Photography Glossary

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung PL200 Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung PL200, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-M1 was announced 4 years later than the PL200 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the WG-M1 matches up versus the PL200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung PL200

 WG-M1 PL200 
ReleasedSeptember 2014July 2010Fresher by 51 months

Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 PL200 WG-M1 
Display dimensions3"1.5"Larger display (+1.5")
Display resolution230k115kClearer display (+115k dot)

Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung PL200

 WG-M1 PL200 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch display Neither has Touch display

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-M1 has exterior measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung PL200 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the WG-M1 against the PL200.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung PL200 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-M1 and PL200 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung PL200 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-M1 and PL200.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you really should consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger WG-M1 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung PL200 sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography information
Samsung PL200 Portrait photography information
30
good resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography factors
Samsung PL200 Street photography factors
53
environment proofing
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
max ISO too low (800)
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung PL200 as a Sports photography camera
38
good resolution (14MP)
environment proofing
good battery (350 CIPA)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
38
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung PL200 as a Travel photography camera
64
good battery (350 per charge)
environment proofing
good resolution (14 megapixels)
does not have Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
58
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
no Timelapse function
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography advice
Samsung PL200 Landscape photography advice
35
good resolution (14MP)
environment proofing
good battery (350 per charge)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (1.5 inches)
no manual control
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (800)
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
37
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
no manual mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Ricoh WG-M1
Vlogging with Samsung PL200
26
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
does not have external mic port
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
no external microphone support
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung PL200
 Ricoh WG-M1Samsung PL200
General Information
Brand Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh WG-M1 Samsung PL200
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Released 2014-09-12 2010-07-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 800 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range (1×) 31-217mm (7.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.8 f/3.3-5.5
Macro focus range - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 1.5 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 115k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed - 8 secs
Highest shutter speed - 1/1500 secs
Continuous shooting rate 10.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash 4.60 m
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance 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) 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video format H.264 H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 190g (0.42 lb) 170g (0.37 lb)
Physical dimensions 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" 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 shots -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model DB-65 BP70A
Self timer - Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage microSD/microSDHC, internal SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $2,000 $0