Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony A35

Below is a in depth analysis of the Ricoh WG-50 versus Sony A35, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the A35 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the WG-50 (1/2.3") and A35 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The WG-50 was unveiled 5 years later than the A35 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the WG-50 grades vs the A35 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-50 & Sony SLT-A35. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Sony A35 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-50 features outer dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony A35 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-50 versus Sony A35 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-50 versus the A35.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-50 and A35 is 91 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-50 and A35.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The WG-50 has the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF harder. The more modern WG-50 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.