Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony HX90V

Here is a extensive review of the Ricoh WG-50 and Sony HX90V, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was released 2 years later than the HX90V and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the WG-50 scores versus the HX90V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-50 enjoys 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) and the Sony HX90V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh WG-50 and Sony HX90V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-50 against the HX90V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-50 and HX90V is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The photograph below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-50 and HX90V.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony HX90V to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent WG-50 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.