Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Let's take a deeper look at the Ricoh WG-50 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was revealed 4 years later than the Galaxy Camera 4G and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the WG-50 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 4G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-50 comes with physical measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-50 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-50 against the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-50 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-50 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern WG-50 will have a benefit in sensor tech.