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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ50W

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32
Ricoh WG-M1 front
 
Samsung HZ50W front
Portability
70
Imaging
37
Features
44
Overall
39

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs

Ricoh WG-M1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 1.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
  • 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
  • Released September 2014
Samsung HZ50W
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Increase 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
  • Other Name is WB5500
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ50W Overview

Here, we will be reviewing the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung HZ50W, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-M1 was introduced 4 years later than the HZ50W and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the WG-M1 matches up against the HZ50W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung HZ50W

 WG-M1 HZ50W 
AnnouncedSeptember 2014May 2010Fresher by 54 months

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Ricoh WG-M1

 HZ50W WG-M1 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Screen size3"1.5"Bigger screen (+1.5")
Screen resolution230k115kSharper screen (+115k dot)

Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung HZ50W

 WG-M1 HZ50W 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-M1 features outside dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ50W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung HZ50W in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-M1 vs the HZ50W.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ50W size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and HZ50W is 91 and 70 respectively.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ50W top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-M1 and HZ50W.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos but you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The newer WG-M1 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ50W sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography information
Samsung HZ50W Portrait photography information
30
decent MP (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
46
manual focus
resolution is good (14MP)
exports RAW formats
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography factors
Samsung HZ50W Street photography factors
53
weather proof
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
max ISO too low (800)
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography features
Samsung HZ50W Sports photography features
38
decent MP (14 megapixels)
weather proof
better than average battery pack (350 per charge)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
48
long zoom range (26-676mm 26.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Travel photography information
Samsung HZ50W Travel photography information
64
better than average battery pack (350 per charge)
weather proof
decent MP (14MP)
missing Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
58
resolution is good (14MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
very long reach (676mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung HZ50W as a Landscape photography camera
35
decent MP (14 megapixels)
weather proof
better than average battery pack (350 shots)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (1.5")
manual mode not possible
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (800)
no RAW format
missing Timelapse function
51
manual focus
relatively wide (26mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging information
Samsung HZ50W Vlogging information
26
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
missing microphone jack
24
relatively wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone port
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung HZ50W
 Ricoh WG-M1Samsung HZ50W
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Samsung
Model type Ricoh WG-M1 Samsung HZ50W
Also called as - WB5500
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2014-09-12 2010-05-03
Body design Compact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 800 3200
Max boosted ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 100 64
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range (1×) 26-676mm (26.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focusing range - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 1.5" 3"
Resolution of display 115 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Lowest shutter speed - 16 secs
Highest shutter speed - 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 10.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 5.60 m
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format H.264 H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 190g (0.42 lb) 426g (0.94 lb)
Physical dimensions 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 350 photographs -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID DB-65 SLB-11A
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage microSD/microSDHC, internal SC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail price $2,000 $250