Ricoh CX4 vs Ricoh WG-50

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Ricoh CX4 vs Ricoh WG-50, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and WG-50 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX4 was introduced 7 years prior to the WG-50 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the CX4 grades versus the WG-50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX4 and Ricoh WG-50. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX4 comes with outside measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-50 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh CX4 vs Ricoh WG-50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the CX4 and the WG-50.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX4 and WG-50 is 92 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX4 and WG-50.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-50 to give more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older CX4 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.