Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung WB700

On this page, we will be reviewing the Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung WB700, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was unveiled 6 years after the WB700 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the WG-50 matches up versus the WB700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-50 & Samsung WB700. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-50 provides exterior dimensions 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 WB700 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

See the Ricoh WG-50 and Samsung WB700 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the WG-50 against the WB700.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-50 and WB700 is 91 and 98 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-50 and WB700.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Ricoh WG-50 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher WG-50 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.