Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony A700

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony A700, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the WG-50 (16MP) and A700 (12MP) and the WG-50 (1/2.3") and A700 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The WG-50 was introduced 9 years after the A700 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the WG-50 matches up against the A700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-50 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Sony A700 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-50 provides external dimensions 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 Sony A700 has sizing of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony A700 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the WG-50 against the A700.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-50 and A700 is 91 and 58 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-50 and A700.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WG-50 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Ricoh WG-50 will produce more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher WG-50 provides a benefit in sensor tech.