Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony TX55

Following is a in depth comparison of the Ricoh WG-50 and Sony TX55, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was introduced 5 years after the TX55 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the WG-50 scores versus the TX55 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-50 comes with physical dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony TX55 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-50 and Sony TX55 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-50 compared to the TX55.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-50 and TX55 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The image underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-50 and TX55.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The newer WG-50 will have an advantage in sensor tech.