Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung WB50F

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Ricoh WG-6 vs Samsung WB50F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the WG-6 (20MP) and WB50F (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-6 was brought out 4 years later than the WB50F and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the WG-6 matches up versus the WB50F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-6 and Samsung WB50F. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-6 has got exterior measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has sizing of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-6 against the WB50F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-6 and WB50F is 89 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-6 and WB50F.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-6 to give you more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer WG-6 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.