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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL205

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32
Ricoh WG-M1 front
 
Samsung TL205 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs

Ricoh WG-M1
(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
  • Released September 2014
Samsung TL205
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
  • 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2010
  • Also referred to as PL100
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL205 Overview

On this page, we will be comparing the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung TL205, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-M1 was launched 4 years after the TL205 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the WG-M1 scores vs the TL205 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung TL205

 WG-M1 TL205 
LaunchedSeptember 2014January 2010Newer by 57 months

Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 TL205 WG-M1 
Screen dimensions2.7"1.5"Bigger screen (+1.2")
Screen resolution230k115kSharper screen (+115k dot)

Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung TL205

 WG-M1 TL205 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-M1 enjoys outer dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung TL205 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-M1 versus the TL205.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL205 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-M1 and TL205 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL205 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The picture here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-M1 and TL205.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Ricoh WG-M1 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The younger WG-M1 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL205 sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung TL205 as a Portrait photography camera
30
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low resolution (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Ricoh WG-M1
Street photography with Samsung TL205
53
weather proofing
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
low maximum ISO (800)
47
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than competitors (177 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Ricoh WG-M1
Sports photography with Samsung TL205
38
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
weather proofing
better than average battery life (350 CIPA)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
25
includes tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Ricoh WG-M1
Travel photography with Samsung TL205
64
better than average battery life (350 shots)
weather proofing
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
does not have Timelapse function
does not have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
50
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors (177g)
low resolution (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography features
Samsung TL205 Landscape photography features
35
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
weather proofing
better than average battery life (350 shots)
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")
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (800)
does not have RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
23
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung TL205 as a Vlogging camera
26
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
does not have microphone port
22
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic port
heavier than competitors (177g)
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung TL205
 Ricoh WG-M1Samsung TL205
General Information
Company Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh WG-M1 Samsung TL205
Alternative name - PL100
Category Waterproof Ultracompact
Released 2014-09-12 2010-01-06
Body design Compact Ultracompact
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 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 800 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range (1×) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8 f/3.0-5.6
Macro focus distance - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 1.5" 2.7"
Display resolution 115 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed - 8s
Fastest shutter speed - 1/1500s
Continuous shutter speed 10.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 3.40 m
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 190g (0.42 lb) 177g (0.39 lb)
Physical dimensions 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 images -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model DB-65 -
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage microSD/microSDHC, internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail cost $2,000 $180