Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-20
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Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Introduced March 2009
(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
- Released February 2014
Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the Pentax X70 and Ricoh WG-20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Pentax and Ricoh. The image resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe X70 was brought out 6 years before the WG-20 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the X70 scores against the WG-20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X70 and Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X70 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Ricoh WG-20
X70 | WG-20 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Pentax X70
WG-20 | X70 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | March 2009 | More modern by 60 months |
Common features in the Pentax X70 and Ricoh WG-20
X70 | WG-20 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X70 has got exterior dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax X70 and Ricoh WG-20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the X70 against the WG-20.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the X70 and WG-20 is 71 and 93 respectively.
Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The pic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the X70 and WG-20.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-20 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged X70 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Pentax X70 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model type | Pentax X70 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-03-02 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.10 m | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 410g (0.90 pounds) | 164g (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $200 | $370 |