Canon A800 vs Ricoh WG-50

Following is a extensive assessment of the Canon A800 and Ricoh WG-50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the A800 (10MP) and WG-50 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A800 was released 7 years before the WG-50 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the A800 grades against the WG-50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A800 and Ricoh WG-50. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A800 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A800 has outside measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-50 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A800 and Ricoh WG-50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the A800 against the WG-50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A800 and WG-50 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A800 and WG-50.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-50 to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged A800 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.