Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-50
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Ricoh WG-20 and Ricoh WG-50, both Waterproof cameras and both of them are designed by Ricoh. The image resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe WG-20 was announced 4 years prior to the WG-50 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the WG-20 matches up versus the WG-50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-50 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-20 and Ricoh WG-50. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Ricoh WG-50
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Ricoh WG-20
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Released | May 2017 | February 2014 | Fresher by 40 months |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-20 and Ricoh WG-50
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-20 offers outside measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-50 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh WG-20 and Ricoh WG-50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-20 and the WG-50.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-20 and WG-50 is 93 and 91 respectively.
Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-20 and WG-50.
As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-50 to produce extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older WG-20 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model | Ricoh WG-20 | Ricoh WG-50 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Announced | 2014-02-05 | 2017-05-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
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 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | On, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 164g (0.36 lbs) | 193g (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 260 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $370 | $280 |