Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung HZ50W
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs
(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
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed October 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Revealed May 2010
- Other Name is WB5500
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung HZ50W Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung HZ50W, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe WG-30W was launched 4 years later than the HZ50W and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the WG-30W scores against the HZ50W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung HZ50W Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30W & Samsung HZ50W. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Samsung HZ50W
WG-30W | HZ50W | |||
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Revealed | October 2014 | May 2010 | Fresher by 54 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Ricoh WG-30W
HZ50W | WG-30W | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30W and Samsung HZ50W
WG-30W | HZ50W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-30W enjoys physical dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung HZ50W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung HZ50W in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-30W versus the HZ50W.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-30W and HZ50W is 91 and 70 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The visual here may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-30W and HZ50W.
As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Ricoh WG-30W to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher WG-30W provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung HZ50W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-30W | Samsung HZ50W |
Also called as | - | WB5500 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-10-09 | 2010-05-03 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lb) | 426 grams (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $280 | $250 |