Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh WG-70
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Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2-4.9) lens
- 206g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Announced January 2017
- Succeeded the Canon G9 X
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched February 2020
- Refreshed by Ricoh WG-80

Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
Below is a extensive review of the Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh WG-70, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and WG-70 (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and WG-70 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

The G9 X II was manufactured 4 years prior to the WG-70 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the G9 X II matches up vs the WG-70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Ricoh WG-70
G9 X II | WG-70 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Canon G9 X II
WG-70 | G9 X II | |||
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Launched | February 2020 | ![]() | January 2017 | More recent by 37 months |
Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Ricoh WG-70
G9 X II | WG-70 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X II has got exterior measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh WG-70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the G9 X II versus the WG-70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and WG-70 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The photograph here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and WG-70.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will result in more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older G9 X II will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Ricoh WG-70 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2017-01-04 | 2020-02-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.2fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206 gr (0.45 lbs) | 193 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 522 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 shots | 300 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $530 | $280 |