Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh G900
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Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Released June 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2018
Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh G900 Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Pentax WG-10 and Ricoh G900, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the WG-10 (14MP) and G900 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe WG-10 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the G900 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the WG-10 matches up against the G900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-10 and Ricoh G900. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Ricoh G900
WG-10 | G900 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Pentax WG-10
G900 | WG-10 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | June 2013 | Newer by 56 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax WG-10 and Ricoh G900
WG-10 | G900 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-10 provides physical dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Ricoh G900 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Compare the Pentax WG-10 and Ricoh G900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-10 compared to the G900.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-10 and G900 is 93 and 89 respectively.
Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The image here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-10 and G900.
Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh G900 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged WG-10 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
Pentax WG-10 | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model | Pentax WG-10 | Ricoh G900 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-06-21 | 2018-02-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
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 | ||
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) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.7 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 1.20 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Flash on, flash off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 3840x2160 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 lbs) | 247g (0.54 lbs) |
Dimensions | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 260 photographs | 340 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $0 | $752 |