As someone who just simply wants to point and shoot, this product just works.
Keeping it simple - For someone who is not too bothered about technicalities, this Ricoh device works!
For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the WG-50 is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 9 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.
Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Ricoh device is a very good option!
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If you're particular about getting the precise white balance or depth of field in a video you're recording, then you won't be looking to settle for anything ordinary. By purchasing the Ricoh WG-50, you will acquire a device that comes with an exhaustive set of options that you can tweak to your heart's content.
Recording every moment of the day's events is precious and this device certainly delivers. While the camera is rolling it has a handy Image stabilization feature built-in.
Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Ricoh WG-50 is a great companion to have.
Self made video content - Whether its in a specialist niche or broad subject area, video content is king (or queen) these days. With an image sensor size of 6.17 x 4.55 mm (mm), this camera can deliver really good image quality in your videos.
Rough and Tumble - It's rugged and built for the outdoors. As such you won't have to worry about getting splash of water on it nor if it gets the odd bump now and then.
Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Ricoh's in-built intervalometer
If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the WG-50 is an easy recommendation for this.
Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the WG-50.
Whether it's golf or tennis and everything in-between, the Tracking Focus capability in this camera allows you maintain your subject as the centre of attention even while in motion. It's Continuous Shooting Mode also helps take multiple shots in a couple of seconds allowing you assess a set of options you can pick from.
Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Ricoh, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater.
Sometimes while on sightseeing or on a tour, you can only observe things from a distance. Which is why the zoom capability on this camera comes in handy in that situation.
In scenarios where animals are darting about, the burst mode on this camera comes in handy as well as it's Tracking Focus capability. The combination of these features and the 6.17 x 4.55 mm (mm) Image Sensor on this camera, provides you with a device that suits your wildlife photography needs - whether tranquil or dramatic.
Composing photographs of landscapes is subject to the lighting conditions that you're faced with. The 6.17 x 4.55 mm(mm) Image Sensor Size on this model play a big role in this. Also, the Ricoh WG-50 has a variety of scene modes which can be selected to suit the shot you're preparing to take.
With the Ricoh WG-50, you can rest easy while out and about in the rain because this model comes fully water resistant.
Underwater photography is beautiful and you'll want a camera able to handle such wet conditions. Good thing the Ricoh WG-50 is waterproof up to a depth of 14 m metres.
Since this camera is certified as dust-proof, it does gives it at an added advantage over regular cameras. This way you can be rest assured the WG-50 will cater for your outdoor needs.
Fed up with the black and grey devices that dominate the laptop market? The bold colours and exciting design of the WG-50 offer a very funky alternative.
When you're more concerned about what your camera does than how it looks, the WG-50 is a safe bet.
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Specification | Description |
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Design | |
Camera Type | Compact |
Crash Proof | Yes |
Dustproof | Yes |
International Protection (IP) Code | 68 |
Operating Temperature (T-T) | -10 - 40 °F |
Pressure Resistance | Yes |
Product Colour | Black |
Rainproof | Yes |
Splash Proof | Yes |
Waterproof | Yes |
Waterproof Up To | 14 m |
Camera | |
Aperture Range (F-F) | 3.5-5.5 |
Camera File System | DCF 2.0, DPOF, Exif 2.2, Exif 2.3, PRINT Image Matching III |
Image Formats Supported | JPG |
Languages Support | Multi |
Multi Burst Mode | Yes |
Photo Effects | 1 |
Scene Modes | Auto Picture, Program, HDR, Handheld Night Snap, Movie, High Speed Movie, Digital Microscope, Landscape, Flower, Portrait, Underwater, Underwater Movie, Interval Shot, Interval Movie, Surf & Snow, Kids, Pet, Sport, Night Scene, Night Scene Portrait, Firew |
Scene Modes Present | Yes |
Self-timer Delay | 2, 10 s |
Shooting Modes | Auto |
White Balance | Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten light, Fluorescent light(D:Daylight Color, N:Daylight White, W:White Light), Manual |
Flash | |
Built-in Flash | Yes |
Flash Modes | Flash off, Flash on, Red-eye reduction |
Flash Range (tele) | 0.2 - 3.5 m |
Flash Range (wide) | 0.2 - 5.5 m |
Focusing | |
Auto Focus | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Assist Beam | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Points | 9 |
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection | 1 |
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes | Face detection, Spot Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus |
Closest Focusing Distance | 0.01 m |
Face Detection | Yes |
Focus | TTL |
Focus Adjustment | Auto/Manual |
Macro Focusing Range | 10 - 60 m |
Macro Focusing Range (wide) | 0.1 - 0.6 m |
Manual Focus | Yes |
Normal Focusing Range (wide) | 0.5 - ∞ m |
Super Macro Focusing Range | 0.01 - 0.3 m |
Tracking Focus | 1 |
Light Exposure | |
ISO Sensitivity | 125, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, Auto |
ISO Sensitivity (max) | 6400 |
ISO Sensitivity (min) | 125 |
Light Exposure Control | Program AE |
Light Exposure Correction | ± 2EV (1/3EV step) |
Light Exposure Modes | Auto |
Light Metering | Multi-segment metering, Center-weighted metering, Spot metering |
Shutter | |
Camera Shutter Speed | 4 - 1/4000 s |
Camera Shutter Type | Electronic, Mechanical |
Continuous Shooting Mode | Yes |
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed | 1/4000 s |
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed | 4 s |
Video | |
Camcorder Media Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Full HD | Yes |
HD Type | Full HD |
Maximum Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Motion JPEG Frame Rate | 60 fps |
Supported Aspect Ratios | 1:1, 4:3, 16:9 |
Video Formats Supported | AVC, H.264, MPEG4 |
Video Recording | Yes |
Video Resolutions | 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Audio | |
Audio Noise Reduction | Yes |
Built-in Microphone | Yes |
Microphone Operation Mode | Mono |
Voice Recording | Yes |
Lens System | |
Digital Zoom | 7.2 x |
Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) | 28 - 140 mm |
Focal Length Range (f-f) | 5 - 25 mm |
Lens Structure (elements/groups) | 11/9 |
Maximum Aperture Number | 5.5 |
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 140 mm |
Minimum Aperture Number | 3.5 |
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 28 mm |
Optical Zoom | 5 x |
Storage | |
Compatible Memory Cards | Eye-Fi, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Internal Memory | 68 |
Display | |
Built-in Display | Yes |
Display | TFT |
Display Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Display Diagonal | 2.7 " |
Display Diagonal (metric) | 6.86 cm |
Display Resolution (numeric) | 230000 pixels |
Sensor | |
Image Sensor Size | 1/2.3 |
Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
Megapixel | 16 MP |
Total Megapixels | 16.76 MP |
Other Features | |
Interval Recording | 1 |
Stabilizer | Yes |
Ports & Interfaces | |
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity | 1 |
HDMI Connector Type | D |
HDMI Ports Quantity | Yes |
USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity | 1 |
USB 2.0 Connectors | 1 |
USB Connector | Micro-USB |
USB Connector Type | B |
USB Version | 2.0 |
Battery | |
Battery Capacity | 925 mAh |
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) | 300 shots |
Battery Technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
Battery Type | D-LI92 |
Number Of Batteries Supported | 1 |
Power Source Type | Battery, USB |
Packaging Content | |
Batteries Included | Yes |
Cables Included | USB |
Hand Strap | Yes |
Weight & Dimensions | |
Depth | 29.5 mm |
Height | 61.5 mm |
Weight | 173 g |
Weight (including Battery) | 193 g |
Width | 122.5 mm |
System Requirements | |
Mac Operating Systems Supported | Y |
Windows Operating Systems Supported | Y |
Picture Quality | |
Maximum Image Resolution | 4608 x 3456 pixels |
Still Image Resolution(s) | 4:3 - 16MP (4608 x 3456), 7MP (3072 x 2304), 5MP (2.592 x 1.944), 3MP (2048 x 1536), 1024 (1024 x 768), 640 (640 x 480)1:1 - 12MP (3456 x 3456)16:9 - 12MP (4608 x 2592), 5MP (3072 x 1728), 4MP (2592 x 1464), 2MP (1920 x 1080) |
Memory | |
Memory Slots | 1 |