Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST150F

On this page, we are reviewing the Ricoh WG-50 versus Samsung ST150F, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was introduced 4 years after the ST150F which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the WG-50 scores against the ST150F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-50 & Samsung ST150F. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Samsung ST150F Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-50 enjoys outside measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-50 and the ST150F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-50 and ST150F is 91 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-50 and ST150F.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of images but you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern WG-50 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.