Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST150F
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST150F 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Launched January 2013

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST150F Overview
Following is a thorough overview of the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung ST150F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The WG-M1 was unveiled 21 months after the ST150F which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the WG-M1 matches up against the ST150F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung ST150F. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung ST150F
WG-M1 | ST150F | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 21 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Ricoh WG-M1
ST150F | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung ST150F
WG-M1 | ST150F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-M1 offers external dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST150F has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung ST150F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the WG-M1 vs the ST150F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-M1 and ST150F is 91 and 96 respectively.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-M1 and ST150F.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung ST150F to render more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern WG-M1 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung ST150F |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-09-12 | 2013-01-07 |
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 | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | (1×) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 1.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | - | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 | 190 grams (0.42 pounds) | 114 grams (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" 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 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DB-65 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC, internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $2,000 | $300 |