Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony H90

The following is a in depth analysis of the Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony H90, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was manufactured 5 years after the H90 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the WG-50 grades against the H90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-50 features exterior measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony H90 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-50 compared to the H90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-50 and H90 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The pic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-50 and H90.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern WG-50 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.