Ricoh WG-50 vs Ricoh WG-80

Let's look much closer at the Ricoh WG-50 vs Ricoh WG-80, both Waterproof digital cameras and both are built by Ricoh. The resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was revealed 6 years prior to the WG-80 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the WG-50 matches up versus the WG-80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-50 and Ricoh WG-80. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-50 features outer measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-80 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-50 compared to the WG-80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-50 and WG-80 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The image below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-50 and WG-80.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged WG-50 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.