Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony RX100 VI

Lets look more closely at the Ricoh WG-50 versus Sony RX100 VI, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is relatively close but the WG-50 (1/2.3") and RX100 VI (1") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-50 was revealed 12 months before the RX100 VI which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the WG-50 grades versus the RX100 VI with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-50 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-50 has got outer 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 RX100 VI has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-50 versus Sony RX100 VI in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the WG-50 versus the RX100 VI.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-50 and RX100 VI is 91 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-50 and RX100 VI.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-50 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony RX100 VI will result in more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older WG-50 will be behind in sensor innovation.