Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung WB850F

Here is a complete assessment of the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung WB850F, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is very close and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was introduced 5 years later than the WB850F and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the WG-50 scores vs the WB850F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-50 & Samsung WB850F. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-50 features external measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB850F has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-50 vs Samsung WB850F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-50 and the WB850F.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WG-50 and WB850F is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-50 and WB850F.

Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you might want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The newer WG-50 should have an advantage in sensor tech.