Ricoh G900 vs Samsung WB50F

Here is a in-depth review of the Ricoh G900 and Samsung WB50F, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and WB50F (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The G900 was announced 4 years later than the WB50F and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the G900 grades versus the WB50F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G900 and Samsung WB50F. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G900 features outer measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the G900 against the WB50F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G900 and WB50F is 89 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G900 and WB50F.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh G900 to offer you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern G900 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.