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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung SL620

Portability
91
Imaging
42
Features
39
Overall
40
Ricoh WG-50 front
 
Samsung SL620 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung SL620 Key Specs

Ricoh WG-50
(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
  • Revealed May 2017
Samsung SL620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
  • Released February 2009
  • Additionally referred to as PL65
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung SL620 Overview

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Ricoh WG-50 versus Samsung SL620, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the WG-50 (16MP) and SL620 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was released 8 years after the SL620 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the WG-50 scores vs the SL620 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Samsung SL620

 WG-50 SL620 
ReleasedMay 2017February 2009Newer by 101 months
Focus manually More exact focusing

Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Ricoh WG-50

 SL620 WG-50 

Common features in the Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung SL620

 WG-50 SL620 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither contains Touch friendly screen

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison

If you are going to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-50 has got 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 SL620 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-50 versus Samsung SL620 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-50 and the SL620.

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung SL620 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-50 and SL620 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung SL620 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-50 and SL620.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Ricoh WG-50 to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher WG-50 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung SL620 sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung SL620 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung SL620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-50 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung SL620 as a Portrait photography camera
42
manual focus
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
supports face detection focusing
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
26
features face detect autofocus
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-50 as a Street photography camera
Samsung SL620 as a Street photography camera
62
built in image stabilization (Digital)
environment proofing
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
47
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
heavier than average in class (168g)
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-50 Sports photography details
Samsung SL620 Sports photography details
49
built in image stabilization (Digital)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
environment proofing
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
17
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-50 Travel photography information
Samsung SL620 Travel photography information
71
environment proofing
MP count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
50
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than average in class (168 grams)
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-50 Landscape photography features
Samsung SL620 Landscape photography features
48
manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
MP count decent (16MP)
environment proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
23
no manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-50 Vlogging highlights
Samsung SL620 Vlogging highlights
33
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detection focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
missing external mic support
24
features face detect autofocus
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of mic support
heavier than average in class (168g)
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung SL620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung SL620
 Ricoh WG-50Samsung SL620
General Information
Brand Name Ricoh Samsung
Model type Ricoh WG-50 Samsung SL620
Also called as - PL65
Type Waterproof Ultracompact
Revealed 2017-05-24 2009-02-17
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 1600
Lowest native ISO 125 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/2.8-5.7
Macro focusing range 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 8.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) 4.60 m
Flash options On, off Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Yes (Wireless) None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 193 grams (0.43 lb) 168 grams (0.37 lb)
Dimensions 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 300 images -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID D-LI92 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $280 $200