Pentax WG-2 vs Ricoh WG-50
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Pentax WG-2 vs Ricoh WG-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed May 2017

Pentax WG-2 vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview
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").

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.

Pentax WG-2 vs Ricoh WG-50 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Ricoh WG-50
WG-2 | WG-50 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Pentax WG-2
WG-50 | WG-2 | |||
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Revealed | May 2017 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 64 months |
Common features in the Pentax WG-2 and Ricoh WG-50
WG-2 | WG-50 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Pentax WG-2 vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison
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).
See the Pentax WG-2 and Ricoh WG-50 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

Pentax WG-2 vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison
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.

Pentax WG-2 vs Ricoh WG-50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax WG-2 vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications
Pentax Optio WG-2 | Ricoh WG-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model type | Pentax Optio WG-2 | Ricoh WG-50 |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2017-05-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | On, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 192 gr (0.42 pounds) | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | 300 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $350 | $280 |