Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL210
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL210 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
- Revealed September 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Other Name is PL150

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL210 Overview
Below is a complete review of the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL210, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the TL210 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WG-M1 was announced 4 years later than the TL210 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the WG-M1 matches up against the TL210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL210 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung TL210. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Samsung TL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung TL210
WG-M1 | TL210 | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 57 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Ricoh WG-M1
TL210 | WG-M1 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+2") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung TL210
WG-M1 | TL210 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL210 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-M1 comes with external measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL210 has specifications 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 vs Samsung TL210 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-M1 against the TL210.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and TL210 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL210 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-M1 and TL210.
As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-M1 to offer more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent WG-M1 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung TL210 Specifications
Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung TL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung TL210 |
Also called as | - | PL150 |
Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2014-09-12 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | (1×) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 1.5" | 3.5" |
Resolution of screen | 115k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | - | 8s |
Max shutter speed | - | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 190 grams (0.42 pounds) | 177 grams (0.39 pounds) |
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 rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | DB-65 | SLB-07B |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC, internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $2,000 | $230 |