Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony H50
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched February 2020
- Newer Model is Ricoh WG-80
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Launched January 2009

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony H50 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony H50, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the WG-70 (16MP) and H50 (9MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WG-70 was brought out 11 years later than the H50 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the WG-70 grades vs the H50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony H50 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Sony H50
WG-70 | H50 | |||
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Launched | February 2020 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 135 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Ricoh WG-70
H50 | WG-70 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-70 and Sony H50
WG-70 | H50 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-70 has physical dimensions 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 H50 has measurements of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") along with a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony H50 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-70 versus the H50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WG-70 and H50 is 91 and 69 respectively.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-70 and H50.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Ricoh WG-70 to resolve more detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern WG-70 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony H50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony H50 Specifications
Ricoh WG-70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2020-02-04 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.7-4.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 9.10 m |
Flash settings | On, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193g (0.43 pounds) | 547g (1.21 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $280 | $80 |