Pentax W90 vs Ricoh WG-80
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Pentax W90 vs Ricoh WG-80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Revealed February 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
- Introduced May 2022
- Replaced the Ricoh WG-70

Pentax W90 vs Ricoh WG-80 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Pentax W90 vs Ricoh WG-80, both Waterproof cameras by brands Pentax and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the W90 (12MP) and WG-80 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The W90 was launched 13 years prior to the WG-80 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the W90 scores vs the WG-80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Pentax W90 vs Ricoh WG-80 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio W90 & Ricoh WG-80. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax W90 Gallery & Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Ricoh WG-80
W90 | WG-80 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-80 over the Pentax W90
WG-80 | W90 | |||
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Introduced | May 2022 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 148 months |
Common features in the Pentax W90 and Ricoh WG-80
W90 | WG-80 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
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 has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Pentax W90 vs Ricoh WG-80 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax W90 has outside measurements of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-80 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Pentax W90 vs Ricoh WG-80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the W90 versus the WG-80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the W90 and WG-80 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Pentax W90 vs Ricoh WG-80 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The pic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the W90 and WG-80.
Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Ricoh WG-80 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged W90 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Pentax W90 vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax W90 vs Ricoh WG-80 Specifications
Pentax Optio W90 | Ricoh WG-80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model type | Pentax Optio W90 | Ricoh WG-80 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-02-24 | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.70" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164 grams (0.36 lbs) | 193 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI68 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $120 | $300 |