Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST93

Following is a extended assessment of the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung ST93, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was brought out 6 years after the ST93 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the WG-50 matches up against the ST93 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-50 & Samsung ST93. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Samsung ST93 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-50 has outer 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) and the Samsung ST93 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-50 against the ST93.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-50 and ST93 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The image below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-50 and ST93.

Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you need to take the age of the products into consideration. The fresher WG-50 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.