Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL100
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL100 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
- Launched September 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Launched January 2009
- Other Name is ST50

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL100 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL100, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The WG-M1 was launched 5 years later than the TL100 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the WG-M1 matches up versus the TL100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung TL100. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung TL100
WG-M1 | TL100 | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 70 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Ricoh WG-M1
TL100 | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.2") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung TL100
WG-M1 | TL100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-M1 provides outer 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 TL100 has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-M1 vs the TL100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and TL100 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-M1 and TL100.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Ricoh WG-M1 to give more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer WG-M1 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung TL100 |
Otherwise known as | - | ST50 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-09-12 | 2009-01-08 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | (1×) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 1.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
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 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | 190 gr (0.42 lb) | 219 gr (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DB-65 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC, internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $2,000 | $22 |