Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST90

Below, we are analyzing the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST90, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was revealed 6 years later than the ST90 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the WG-50 scores versus the ST90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-50 & Samsung ST90. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-50 features outer measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST90 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-50 versus the ST90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-50 and ST90 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The visual here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-50 and ST90.

Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-50 to offer more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer WG-50 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.