Ricoh GR vs Ricoh WG-50
90 Imaging
57 Features
54 Overall
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91 Imaging
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Ricoh GR vs Ricoh WG-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 245g - 117 x 61 x 35mm
- Launched April 2013
- Successor is Ricoh GR II
(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
- Launched May 2017
Ricoh GR vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Ricoh GR vs Ricoh WG-50, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both sold by Ricoh. The resolution of the GR (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the GR (APS-C) and WG-50 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe GR was unveiled 5 years before the WG-50 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the GR grades versus the WG-50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh GR vs Ricoh WG-50 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR and Ricoh WG-50. The full galleries are available at Ricoh GR Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR over the Ricoh WG-50
GR | WG-50 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 230k | Crisper screen (+1000k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Ricoh GR
WG-50 | GR | |||
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Launched | May 2017 | April 2013 | Fresher by 49 months |
Common features in the Ricoh GR and Ricoh WG-50
GR | WG-50 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Ricoh GR vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR has got exterior dimensions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-50 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh GR vs Ricoh WG-50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the GR against the WG-50.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR and WG-50 is 90 and 91 respectively.
Ricoh GR vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GR and WG-50.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GR has got the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF less difficult. The older GR will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh GR vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications
Ricoh GR | Ricoh WG-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model | Ricoh GR | Ricoh WG-50 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-04-17 | 2017-05-24 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 300 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | On, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245g (0.54 lb) | 193g (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 61 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 972 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DB65 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $971 | $280 |