Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung PL120

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung PL120, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was released 6 years later than the PL120 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the WG-50 scores against the PL120 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung PL120. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-50 features physical 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) while the Samsung PL120 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung PL120 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the WG-50 against the PL120.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-50 and PL120 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-50 and PL120.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Ricoh WG-50 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger WG-50 provides an advantage in sensor technology.