Ricoh WG-50 Black

MPN: 04572  |  EAN: 0027075299283  |  Model: WG-50

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Choosist's Ratings

Ricoh WG-50 Black - 04572 Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Compact Cameras
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Advanced Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Time-lapse Videos
Just Right
Wildlife Photography
Just Right
Everyday Life Photography
Just Right
Event Videos
Just Right
Landscape Photography
Just Right
Events Photography
Outstanding
Home Videos
Just Right
Sports Photography
Just Right
Vlogging
Just Right
Underwater Photography
Just Right
Travel
Just Right
Action & Adventure Videos
Very Good
Rainproof
Outstanding
Underwater Use
Outstanding
Dust-proof
Just Right
Fun & Funky Looks
Just Right
Regular Looks
Just Right
Bluetooth Connectivity
Just Right

Kind of Camera

As someone who just simply wants to point and shoot, this product just works.

Photography Skillset

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.

Video skill level

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. 

Video Scenarios

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.

Other Video needs

Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Ricoh's in-built intervalometer

Photo Scenarios

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.

Other considerations

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.

Style

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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Technical Specifications

Ricoh WG-50 Black - 04572 Technical Specifications
Specification Description
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