Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB50F

On this page, we are reviewing the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung WB50F, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 GPS was launched at a similar time to the WB50F and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the WG-4 GPS grades versus the WB50F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung WB50F. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS has got exterior measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has sizing of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung WB50F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-4 GPS vs the WB50F.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and WB50F is 90 and 92 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The visual below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 GPS and WB50F.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.