Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ50W
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![Ricoh WG-6 front Ricoh WG-6 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-WG-6/Ricoh-WG-6-front.jpg)
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Launched February 2018
- Succeeded the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Announced May 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB5500
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ50W Overview
The following is a complete analysis of the Ricoh WG-6 and Samsung HZ50W, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the WG-6 (20MP) and HZ50W (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The WG-6 was released 7 years after the HZ50W which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the WG-6 matches up vs the HZ50W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ50W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-6 & Samsung HZ50W. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Samsung HZ50W
WG-6 | HZ50W | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | ![]() | May 2010 | Newer by 96 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Ricoh WG-6
HZ50W | WG-6 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-6 and Samsung HZ50W
WG-6 | HZ50W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-6 features outer dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ50W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Check the Ricoh WG-6 and Samsung HZ50W in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-6 and the HZ50W.
![Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ50W size comparison Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ50W size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-6-vs-Samsung-HZ50W-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-6 and HZ50W is 89 and 70 respectively.
![Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ50W top view buttons comparison Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ50W top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-6-vs-Samsung-HZ50W-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-6 and HZ50W.
As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Ricoh WG-6 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer WG-6 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.
![Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ50W sensor size comparison Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ50W sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Ricoh-WG-6-vs-Samsung-HZ50W-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and ViewFinder
![Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and Viewfinder comparison Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-6-vs-Samsung-HZ50W-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
Ricoh WG-6 | Samsung HZ50W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-6 | Samsung HZ50W |
Also called | - | WB5500 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2018-02-21 | 2010-05-03 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Flash on, flash off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840x2160 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Supports FlashAir SD cards | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 246 gr (0.54 lbs) | 426 gr (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $271 | $250 |