Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung SL202
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung SL202 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
- Introduced September 2014
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- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally referred to as PL50
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung SL202 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung SL202, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the WG-M1 (14MP) and SL202 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe WG-M1 was released 5 years after the SL202 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the WG-M1 matches up vs the SL202 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung SL202. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung SL202
WG-M1 | SL202 | |||
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Released | September 2014 | February 2009 | More modern by 68 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Ricoh WG-M1
SL202 | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.7" | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.2") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 115k | Clearer screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung SL202
WG-M1 | SL202 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-M1 offers exterior measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL202 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung SL202 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-M1 and the SL202.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and SL202 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and SL202.
As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-M1 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer WG-M1 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung SL202 |
Also called | - | PL50 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-09-12 | 2009-02-17 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 800 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | (1×) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 1.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | - | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | - | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 190 grams (0.42 lbs) | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | DB-65 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC, internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $2,000 | $140 |