Pentax E70 vs Ricoh WG-30

Here, we will be reviewing the Pentax E70 versus Ricoh WG-30, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the E70 (10MP) and WG-30 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The E70 was released 6 years earlier than the WG-30 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the E70 scores vs the WG-30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio E70 & Ricoh WG-30. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax E70 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax E70 has outer dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the E70 against the WG-30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E70 and WG-30 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The image here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E70 and WG-30.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Ricoh WG-30 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E70 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.