Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
91 Imaging
42 Features
39 Overall
40
90 Imaging
39 Features
44 Overall
41
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced May 2017
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Revealed August 2012
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
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").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
WG-50 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | May 2017 | August 2012 | More recent by 58 months | |
Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 230k | 0k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Ricoh WG-50
Galaxy Camera 4G | WG-50 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen size | 4.8" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
WG-50 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
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.
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
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.
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Ricoh WG-50 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-50 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2017-05-24 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 4.8 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | On, off | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193 grams (0.43 lbs) | 305 grams (0.67 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $280 | $550 |