Pentax WG-2 vs Ricoh WG-50

The following is a in-depth review of the Pentax WG-2 and Ricoh WG-50, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 was manufactured 6 years prior to the WG-50 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the WG-2 scores versus the WG-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-2 & Ricoh WG-50. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-2 Gallery & Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-2 provides external measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-50 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the WG-2 vs the WG-50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WG-2 and WG-50 is 91 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-2 and WG-50.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs however you may want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged WG-2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.