Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-80
93 Imaging
35 Features
24 Overall
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91 Imaging
44 Features
35 Overall
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Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.70" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released May 2022
- Earlier Model is Ricoh WG-70

Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-80 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the H90 (12MP) and WG-80 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The H90 was announced 13 years prior to the WG-80 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the H90 matches up vs the WG-80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-80 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio H90 and Ricoh WG-80. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax H90 Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Ricoh WG-80
H90 | WG-80 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-80 over the Pentax H90
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Released | May 2022 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 149 months |
Common features in the Pentax H90 and Ricoh WG-80
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.70" | Same screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-80 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax H90 enjoys outside dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-80 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the H90 compared to the WG-80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the H90 and WG-80 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-80 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The visual below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the H90 and WG-80.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-80 to offer you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older H90 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

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Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-80 Specifications
Pentax Optio H90 | Ricoh WG-80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model | Pentax Optio H90 | Ricoh WG-80 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-01-25 | 2022-05-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.70 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | On, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 153g (0.34 lbs) | 193g (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI68 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $150 | $300 |