Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony A380

Following is a thorough analysis of the Ricoh WG-50 versus Sony A380, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the A380 (14MP) is relatively close but the WG-50 (1/2.3") and A380 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The WG-50 was introduced 7 years after the A380 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the WG-50 grades against the A380 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-50 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Sony A380 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-50 comes with external 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) and the Sony A380 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-50 and the A380.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-50 and A380 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-50 and A380.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WG-50 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Ricoh WG-50 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger WG-50 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.