Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony A380
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony A380 Key Specs
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- 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
- Announced May 2017
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony A380 Overview
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.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe 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.
Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony A380 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Sony A380
WG-50 | A380 | |||
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Launched | May 2017 | August 2009 | More modern by 95 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A380 over the Ricoh WG-50
A380 | WG-50 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-50 and Sony A380
WG-50 | A380 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony A380 Physical Comparison
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).
Contrast the Ricoh WG-50 versus Sony A380 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony A380 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony A380 Specifications
Ricoh WG-50 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh WG-50 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 |
Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2017-05-24 | 2009-08-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | On, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) | 519 gr (1.14 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 614 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 500 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $280 | $899 |