Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony W320

Its time to take a closer look at the Ricoh WG-50 and Sony W320, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the W320 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was brought out 7 years later than the W320 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the WG-50 matches up versus the W320 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-50 provides outer measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony W320 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh WG-50 and Sony W320 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-50 versus the W320.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-50 and W320 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-50 and W320.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-50 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher WG-50 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.