Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST93
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST93 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
- Announced September 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 110g - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Introduced April 2011
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Below is a comprehensive overview of the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST93, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe WG-M1 was revealed 3 years later than the ST93 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the WG-M1 matches up against the ST93 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung ST93. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung ST93
| WG-M1 | ST93 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2014 |  | April 2011 | More recent by 42 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| ST93 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size | 3" |  | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.5") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 115k | Crisper display (+345k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung ST93
| WG-M1 | ST93 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-M1 provides outer dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST93 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-M1 and the ST93.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-M1 and ST93 is 91 and 97 respectively.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking specs. The photograph here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-M1 and ST93.
All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung ST93 to give greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent WG-M1 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
| Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung ST93 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model | Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung ST93 |
| Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2014-09-12 | 2011-04-20 |
| 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 | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | (1×) | () |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 1.5 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 115 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | - | 8 secs |
| Max shutter speed | - | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
| Flash options | no built-in flash | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB 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) | 1280 x 720 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 190 grams (0.42 pounds) | 110 grams (0.24 pounds) |
| Physical 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 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 shots | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | DB-65 | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC, internal | - |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $2,000 | - |
