Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Lets look much closer at the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was revealed 3 years after the Galaxy Camera 2 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the WG-50 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-50 offers outside measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-50 versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-50 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The image underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-50 and Galaxy Camera 2.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images although you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer WG-50 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.