Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh WG-70
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Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs
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- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.8-4.7) lens
- 125g - 92 x 60 x 22mm
- Released August 2009
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched February 2020
- Replacement is Ricoh WG-80
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Here, we are contrasting the Pentax WS80 versus Ricoh WG-70, both Waterproof cameras by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the WS80 (10MP) and WG-70 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe WS80 was brought out 11 years before the WG-70 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the WS80 grades vs the WG-70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WS80 and Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WS80 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Ricoh WG-70
| WS80 | WG-70 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Pentax WS80
| WG-70 | WS80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2020 |  | August 2009 | More modern by 127 months |
Common features in the Pentax WS80 and Ricoh WG-70
| WS80 | WG-70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Same display sizing |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WS80 provides exterior measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-70 has dimensions 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 WS80 versus Ricoh WG-70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the WS80 versus the WG-70.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WS80 and WG-70 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WS80 and WG-70.
Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-70 to render extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged WS80 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
| Pentax Optio WS80 | Ricoh WG-70 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Ricoh |
| Model | Pentax Optio WS80 | Ricoh WG-70 |
| Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Released | 2009-08-05 | 2020-02-04 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.8-4.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.40 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | On, off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 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 data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 125 gr (0.28 lbs) | 193 gr (0.43 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 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 pictures |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | D-LI68 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $220 | $280 |