Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony H50
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(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
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed October 2014
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Introduced January 2009
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony H50 Overview
Below is a extended analysis of the Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony H50, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the WG-30 (16MP) and H50 (9MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe WG-30 was announced 5 years later than the H50 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the WG-30 scores vs the H50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony H50 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Sony H50
WG-30 | H50 | |||
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Introduced | October 2014 | January 2009 | More recent by 70 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Ricoh WG-30
H50 | WG-30 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony H50
WG-30 | H50 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-30 enjoys outside measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony H50 has sizing of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony H50 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-30 versus the H50.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30 and H50 is 91 and 69 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30 and H50.
All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Ricoh WG-30 to render extra detail with its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher WG-30 will have an advantage in sensor tech.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony H50 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony H50 Specifications
Ricoh WG-30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-10-09 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.7-4.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 192 gr (0.42 pounds) | 547 gr (1.21 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
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 | 300 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $428 | $80 |