Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Ricoh WG-80
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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Ricoh WG-80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.70" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed May 2022
- Old Model is Ricoh WG-70

Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Ricoh WG-80 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Pentax WG-2 GPS versus Ricoh WG-80, both Waterproof cameras by brands Pentax and Ricoh. The image resolution of the WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WG-2 GPS was brought out 11 years earlier than the WG-80 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the WG-2 GPS grades vs the WG-80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Ricoh WG-80 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS and Ricoh WG-80. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Ricoh WG-80
WG-2 GPS | WG-80 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.70" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-80 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
WG-80 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Revealed | May 2022 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 125 months |
Common features in the Pentax WG-2 GPS and Ricoh WG-80
WG-2 GPS | WG-80 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Ricoh WG-80 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-2 GPS has got external dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-80 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Pentax WG-2 GPS versus Ricoh WG-80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-2 GPS compared to the WG-80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-2 GPS and WG-80 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Ricoh WG-80 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The pic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-2 GPS and WG-80.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you may want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged WG-2 GPS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Ricoh WG-80 Specifications
Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | Ricoh WG-80 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model type | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | Ricoh WG-80 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2022-05-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.70 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 198g (0.44 lbs) | 193g (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 260 images | 300 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $300 | $300 |