Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony WX50

The following is a complete analysis of the Ricoh WG-50 and Sony WX50, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was released 5 years after the WX50 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the WG-50 grades vs the WX50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-50 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Sony WX50 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-50 has got physical measurements 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 WX50 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-50 compared to the WX50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WG-50 and WX50 is 91 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The image here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-50 and WX50.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images though you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The newer WG-50 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.