Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung WB50F

The following is a in depth comparison of the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung WB50F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 was brought out at a similar time to the WB50F so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the WG-4 matches up vs the WB50F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung WB50F. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-4 has got physical measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung WB50F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-4 vs the WB50F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 and WB50F is 90 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The image underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 and WB50F.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of images however you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration.