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Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-20

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Kodak EasyShare M550 front
 
Ricoh WG-20 front
Portability
93
Imaging
39
Features
36
Overall
37

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs

Kodak M550
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1000
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F) lens
  • 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
  • Announced January 2010
Ricoh WG-20
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
  • Introduced February 2014
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Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview

Here, we are looking at the Kodak M550 and Ricoh WG-20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Kodak and Ricoh. The image resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M550 was revealed 5 years earlier than the WG-20 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the M550 scores versus the WG-20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Ricoh WG-20

 M550 WG-20 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Kodak M550

 WG-20 M550 
IntroducedFebruary 2014January 2010Newer by 49 months
Manual focus Very precise focus

Common features in the Kodak M550 and Ricoh WG-20

 M550 WG-20 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display size
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak M550 enjoys exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the M550 versus the WG-20.

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-20 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M550 and WG-20 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-20 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M550 and WG-20.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-20 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged M550 will be behind in sensor technology.

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-20 sensor size comparison

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M550 Portrait photography details
Ricoh WG-20 Portrait photography details
21
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
40
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (14MP)
supports face detection autofocus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Kodak M550
Street photography with Ricoh WG-20
54
lighter than competitors in class (125g)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
low max ISO (1,000)
62
image stabilization (Digital)
weather proof
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Kodak M550
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-20
17
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
44
image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
weather proof
low fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Kodak M550
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-20
67
lighter than competitors in class (125 grams)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
71
weather proof
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Kodak M550
Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-20
31
rather wide (28mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
low max ISO (1,000)
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
47
you can focus manually
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
weather proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M550 Vlogging advice
Ricoh WG-20 Vlogging advice
31
rather wide (28mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competitors in class (125 grams)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have mic port
31
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detection autofocus
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone socket
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Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M550 and Ricoh WG-20
 Kodak EasyShare M550Ricoh WG-20
General Information
Brand Name Kodak Ricoh
Model type Kodak EasyShare M550 Ricoh WG-20
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Announced 2010-01-05 2014-02-05
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1000 6400
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 10cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1500s
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 4.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format - Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125 grams (0.28 lbs) 164 grams (0.36 lbs)
Physical dimensions 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 - 260 shots
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID KLIC-7006 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $119 $370