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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB350F

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32
Ricoh WG-M1 front
 
Samsung WB350F front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
46
Overall
42

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB350F Key Specs

Ricoh WG-M1
(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
Samsung WB350F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
  • Announced January 2014
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB350F Overview

Following is a in depth review of the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung WB350F, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-M1 was manufactured 9 months after the WB350F so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the WG-M1 matches up vs the WB350F for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung WB350F

 WG-M1 WB350F 
AnnouncedSeptember 2014January 2014More modern by 9 months

Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Ricoh WG-M1

 WB350F WG-M1 
Manually focus More exact focusing
Display dimensions3"1.5"Larger display (+1.5")
Display resolution460k115kSharper display (+345k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung WB350F

 WG-M1 WB350F 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-M1 features exterior measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung WB350F has sizing of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung WB350F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the WG-M1 against the WB350F.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB350F size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and WB350F is 91 and 90 respectively.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB350F top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and WB350F.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung WB350F to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The younger WG-M1 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB350F sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB350F Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB350F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-M1
Portrait photography with Samsung WB350F
30
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
40
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (16MP)
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Ricoh WG-M1
Street photography with Samsung WB350F
53
environment sealing
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
low max ISO (800)
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (276g)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung WB350F as a Sports photography camera
38
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
environment sealing
good battery power (350 CIPA)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
50
long zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung WB350F as a Travel photography camera
64
good battery power (350 per charge)
environment sealing
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
69
lighter than average in class (276g)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (23mm)
long zoom (483mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung WB350F as a Landscape photography camera
35
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
environment sealing
good battery power (350 shots)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (1.5 inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low max ISO (800)
has no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
50
you can focus manually
pretty wide (23mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Ricoh WG-M1
Vlogging with Samsung WB350F
26
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have mic socket
34
pretty wide (23mm)
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average in class (276g)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of microphone socket
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB350F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung WB350F
 Ricoh WG-M1Samsung WB350F
General Information
Brand Name Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh WG-M1 Samsung WB350F
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2014-09-12 2014-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 800 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range (1×) 23-483mm (21.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8 f/2.8-5.9
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 1.5 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 115k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 16 seconds
Maximum shutter speed - 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 10.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash -
Flash settings no built-in flash -
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) 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 -
Microphone 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 190g (0.42 pounds) 276g (0.61 pounds)
Physical dimensions 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0")
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 shots -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Battery model DB-65 SLB-10A
Time lapse feature
Type of storage microSD/microSDHC, internal MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Card slots One One
Launch cost $2,000 $260