Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony W710

Below, we will be reviewing the Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony W710, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was revealed 4 years later than the W710 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the WG-50 grades vs the W710 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-50 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-50 has external dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony W710 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-50 compared to the W710.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-50 and W710 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-50 and W710.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files although you may want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent WG-50 will have an advantage in sensor technology.