Pentax E70 vs Ricoh WG-50

Lets look a bit more closely at the Pentax E70 versus Ricoh WG-50, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Pentax and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the E70 (10MP) and WG-50 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The E70 was introduced 9 years earlier than the WG-50 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the E70 scores versus the WG-50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio E70 and Ricoh WG-50. The whole galleries are available at Pentax E70 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Pentax E70 comes with exterior dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-50 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax E70 versus Ricoh WG-50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the E70 vs the WG-50.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E70 and WG-50 is 94 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the E70 and WG-50.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-50 to resolve extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older E70 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.