Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500
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![Ricoh WG-50 front Ricoh WG-50 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-WG-50/Ricoh-WG-50-front.jpg)
![Samsung ST6500 front Samsung ST6500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-ST6500/Samsung-ST6500-front.jpg)
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500 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
- Launched May 2017
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The WG-50 was released 6 years later than the ST6500 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the WG-50 scores vs the ST6500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-50 & Samsung ST6500. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Samsung ST6500
WG-50 | ST6500 | |||
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Revealed | May 2017 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 78 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Ricoh WG-50
ST6500 | WG-50 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung ST6500
WG-50 | ST6500 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-50 has got external dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung ST6500 has dimensions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check out the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-50 vs the ST6500.
![Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500 size comparison Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-50-vs-Samsung-ST6500-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-50 and ST6500 is 91 and 99 respectively.
![Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500 top view buttons comparison Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-50-vs-Samsung-ST6500-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-50 and ST6500.
Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of photos though you need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer WG-50 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
![Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500 sensor size comparison Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Ricoh-WG-50-vs-Samsung-ST6500-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and ViewFinder
![Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-50-vs-Samsung-ST6500-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
Ricoh WG-50 | Samsung ST6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-50 | Samsung ST6500 |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2017-05-24 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | On, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" 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 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $280 | - |