Samsung WB50F vs Ricoh CX2

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Samsung WB50F and the Ricoh CX2, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Samsung WB50F was introduced in January 2014 and Ricoh CX2 was introduced in August 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Samsung WB50F over Ricoh CX2.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Ricoh CX2 over Samsung WB50F.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Samsung WB50F and Ricoh CX2 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 460k dot and 920k dot resolutions respectively.

Samsung WB50F features a 16.2 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200. Ricoh CX2 features a 9 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 1,600.

Samsung WB50F can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. Ricoh CX2 is equipped with Smooth Imaging Engine IV processor and can take pictures up to 3456 x 2592 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3456 x 2304, 3072 x 2304, 2592 x 2592, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1728 x 1296, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 aspect ratios.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Samsung WB50F

Samsung WB50F has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Samsung WB50F

Samsung WB50F has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.

Battery

Samsung WB50F comes with BP70A battery pack and Ricoh CX2 comes with DB-70 battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Samsung WB50F has a single MicroSD/MicroSDHC/MicroSDXC card slot. Ricoh CX2 has a single SD/SDHC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to [] on Samsung WB50F, and up to 1/2000 sec on Ricoh CX2.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 3.00 m ISO 400 on Ricoh CX2..

Samsung WB50F body has dimensions of 101 x 68 x 27 mm (3.98 x 2.68 x 1.06") and Ricoh CX2 body has dimensions of 102 x 58 x 29 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.14"). Samsung WB50F weighs 207 g (0.46 lb / 7.30 oz) and Ricoh CX2 weighs 185 g (0.41 lb / 6.53 oz).

Samsung WB50F

Ricoh CX2

101 mm

68 mm

102 mm

58 mm