Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh G900

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.