Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh WG-50
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Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh WG-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced May 2017

Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview
Below is a comprehensive overview of the Ricoh CX1 and Ricoh WG-50, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are designed by Ricoh. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and WG-50 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The CX1 was unveiled 9 years prior to the WG-50 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the CX1 matches up versus the WG-50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh WG-50 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX1 & Ricoh WG-50. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX1 Gallery & Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Ricoh WG-50
CX1 | WG-50 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Ricoh CX1
WG-50 | CX1 | |||
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Announced | May 2017 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 100 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX1 and Ricoh WG-50
CX1 | WG-50 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX1 enjoys physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and 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).
Check out the Ricoh CX1 and Ricoh WG-50 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the CX1 against the WG-50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX1 and WG-50 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the CX1 and WG-50.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Ricoh WG-50 to produce greater detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older CX1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications
Ricoh CX1 | Ricoh WG-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model type | Ricoh CX1 | Ricoh WG-50 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-02-19 | 2017-05-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
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 | 9 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 180 gr (0.40 pounds) | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 300 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-70 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $299 | $280 |