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Ricoh CX4 vs Ricoh WG-50

Portability
92
Imaging
33
Features
34
Overall
33
Ricoh CX4 front
 
Ricoh WG-50 front
Portability
91
Imaging
42
Features
39
Overall
40

Ricoh CX4 vs Ricoh WG-50 Key Specs

Ricoh CX4
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
  • 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
  • Launched August 2010
Ricoh WG-50
(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
  • Released May 2017
Photography Glossary

Ricoh CX4 vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview

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.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Ricoh WG-50

 CX4 WG-50 
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kClearer screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Ricoh CX4

 WG-50 CX4 
ReleasedMay 2017August 2010Fresher by 82 months

Common features in the Ricoh CX4 and Ricoh WG-50

 CX4 WG-50 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Ricoh CX4 vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison

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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Ricoh CX4 vs Ricoh WG-50 size comparison

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

Ricoh CX4 vs Ricoh WG-50 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh CX4 vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison

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.

Ricoh CX4 vs Ricoh WG-50 sensor size comparison

Ricoh CX4 vs Ricoh WG-50 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh CX4 vs Ricoh WG-50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Ricoh CX4
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-50
26
has manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
42
you can focus manually
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
comes with face detect focusing
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Ricoh CX4 Street photography highlights
Ricoh WG-50 Street photography highlights
60
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition in class (205 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
62
image stabilization (Digital)
environment proofing
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Ricoh CX4
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-50
24
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
49
image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
environment proofing
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh CX4 as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh WG-50 as a Travel photography camera
66
lighter than competition in class (205 grams)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
long zoom (300mm)
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
71
environment proofing
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Ricoh CX4
Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-50
42
has manual focus
really wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
48
you can focus manually
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh CX4 Vlogging highlights
Ricoh WG-50 Vlogging highlights
30
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition in class (205g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic port
33
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no mic support
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Ricoh CX4 vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh CX4 and Ricoh WG-50
 Ricoh CX4Ricoh WG-50
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Ricoh
Model Ricoh CX4 Ricoh WG-50
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Launched 2010-08-19 2017-05-24
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Smooth Imaging Engine IV -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-300mm (10.7x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.6 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 920k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 5.0 frames per second 8.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.00 m 5.50 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync On, off
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 205g (0.45 lbs) 193g (0.43 lbs)
Dimensions 102 x 59 x 29mm (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 score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 300 pictures
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model DB-100 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2, 10 or Custom) Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots One One
Launch cost $211 $280