Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung DV150F

Following is a in-depth overview of the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung DV150F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was announced 4 years after the DV150F which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the WG-50 matches up against the DV150F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung DV150F. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-50 provides outer dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung DV150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-50 versus the DV150F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-50 and DV150F is 91 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-50 and DV150F.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos but you need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The newer WG-50 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.