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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST90

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32
Ricoh WG-M1 front
 
Samsung ST90 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST90 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
  • Launched September 2014
Samsung ST90
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Introduced January 2011
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST90 Overview

Its time to examine more closely at the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung ST90, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-M1 was brought out 3 years after the ST90 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the WG-M1 grades versus the ST90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung ST90

 WG-M1 ST90 
IntroducedSeptember 2014January 2011More modern by 45 months

Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 ST90 WG-M1 
Display dimension3"1.5"Larger display (+1.5")
Display resolution460k115kSharper display (+345k dot)

Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung ST90

 WG-M1 ST90 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither contains Touch friendly display

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-M1 has got physical 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) while the Samsung ST90 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-M1 versus the ST90.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST90 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and ST90 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST90 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The pic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-M1 and ST90.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of photos however you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration. The younger WG-M1 will have a benefit in sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST90 sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography advice
Samsung ST90 Portrait photography advice
30
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
28
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography factors
Samsung ST90 Street photography factors
53
weather proof
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
low maximum ISO (800)
49
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography information
Samsung ST90 Sports photography information
38
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
weather proof
good battery power (350 per charge)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
26
decent MP (14MP)
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Travel photography information
Samsung ST90 Travel photography information
64
good battery power (350 per charge)
weather proof
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
71
decent MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
good max aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse recording
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography features
Samsung ST90 Landscape photography features
35
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
weather proof
good battery power (350 CIPA)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (1.5")
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (800)
lack of RAW format
no Timelapse recording
37
good max aperture (f)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
has no RAW support
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Ricoh WG-M1
Vlogging with Samsung ST90
26
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
no external microphone jack
27
good max aperture (f)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone jack
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung ST90
 Ricoh WG-M1Samsung ST90
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh WG-M1 Samsung ST90
Class Waterproof Ultracompact
Launched 2014-09-12 2011-01-19
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 800 -
Min native ISO 100 -
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range (1×) ()
Highest aperture f/2.8 -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 1.5" 3"
Resolution of screen 115k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed - 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 10.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash -
Flash settings no built-in flash -
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
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) 1280 x 720
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format H.264 -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 190 gr (0.42 lb) -
Dimensions 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7")
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 -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery model DB-65 -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media microSD/microSDHC, internal -
Storage slots One One
Launch price $2,000 $150