Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony T90

Let's take a more detailed look at the Ricoh WG-50 versus Sony T90, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the WG-50 (16MP) and T90 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was revealed 8 years later than the T90 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the WG-50 matches up against the T90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-50 offers physical measurements 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 T90 has sizing of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-50 versus Sony T90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-50 and the T90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-50 and T90 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-50 and T90.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-50 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The younger WG-50 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.