Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh WG-20
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Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh WG-20 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
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2014
Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Pentax WG-10 versus Ricoh WG-20, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe WG-10 was launched 7 months before the WG-20 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the WG-10 scores against the WG-20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-10 and Ricoh WG-20. The complete galleries are available at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Ricoh WG-20
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Pentax WG-10
WG-20 | WG-10 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | June 2013 | Newer by 7 months |
Common features in the Pentax WG-10 and Ricoh WG-20
WG-10 | WG-20 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-10 has exterior measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check out the Pentax WG-10 versus Ricoh WG-20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-10 vs the WG-20.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-10 and WG-20 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-10 and WG-20.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged WG-10 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Pentax WG-10 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model | Pentax WG-10 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
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 range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.7 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 1.20 m | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 gr (0.37 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | 260 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $370 |