Pentax WG-2 vs Ricoh CX6

On this page, we are reviewing the Pentax WG-2 and Ricoh CX6, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the WG-2 (16MP) and CX6 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 was revealed 3 months after the CX6 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the WG-2 scores against the CX6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-2 & Ricoh CX6. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-2 Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Pentax WG-2 enjoys external measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Ricoh CX6 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Pentax WG-2 and Ricoh CX6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-2 vs the CX6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-2 and CX6 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-2 and CX6.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-2 to offer you more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively.