Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB30F
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB30F 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
- Introduced September 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Announced January 2013
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB30F Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung WB30F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe WG-M1 was announced 21 months after the WB30F which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WG-M1 scores versus the WB30F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung WB30F
WG-M1 | WB30F | |||
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Announced | September 2014 | January 2013 | More modern by 21 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Ricoh WG-M1
WB30F | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 115k | Clearer screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung WB30F
WG-M1 | WB30F | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-M1 has got exterior measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung WB30F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-M1 vs the WB30F.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and WB30F is 91 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and WB30F.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung WB30F to provide extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent WG-M1 will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung WB30F |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-09-12 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | (1×) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 1.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | - | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | - | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 | 190g (0.42 lbs) | 128g (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | DB-65 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $2,000 | $180 |