Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung WB35F
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung WB35F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released May 2017
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Released January 2014

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung WB35F Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung WB35F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The WG-50 was released 3 years later than the WB35F and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the WG-50 matches up against the WB35F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung WB35F. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Samsung WB35F
WG-50 | WB35F | |||
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Released | May 2017 | ![]() | January 2014 | Fresher by 42 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Ricoh WG-50
WB35F | WG-50 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung WB35F
WG-50 | WB35F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-50 provides physical dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung WB35F has sizing of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung WB35F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the WG-50 compared to the WB35F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-50 and WB35F is 91 and 93 respectively.

Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-50 and WB35F.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you have to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger WG-50 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Ricoh WG-50 | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-50 | Samsung WB35F |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2017-05-24 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | On, off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) | 194 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $280 | $130 |