Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB50F

Here, we will be contrasting the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung WB50F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-M1 was unveiled 9 months after the WB50F which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the WG-M1 grades versus the WB50F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung WB50F. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-M1 enjoys outer measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has specifications of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung WB50F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-M1 compared to the WB50F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and WB50F is 91 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and WB50F.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB50F to give you more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher WG-M1 will have a benefit in sensor tech.