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Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-20

Portability
71
Imaging
34
Features
34
Overall
34
Pentax X70 front
 
Ricoh WG-20 front
Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
36
Overall
37

Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs

Pentax X70
(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
Ricoh WG-20
(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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Ricoh WG-20

 X70 WG-20 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Pentax X70

 WG-20 X70 
ReleasedFebruary 2014March 2009More modern by 60 months

Common features in the Pentax X70 and Ricoh WG-20

 X70 WG-20 
Manually focus More accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kExact 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-20 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the X70 and WG-20 is 71 and 93 respectively.

Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-20 top view buttons comparison

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.

Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-20 sensor size comparison

Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Pentax X70
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-20
28
manual focus
can't use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
39
has manual focus
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
includes face detect focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Pentax X70 Street photography factors
Ricoh WG-20 Street photography factors
46
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
62
image stabilization (Digital)
weather proofing
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Pentax X70
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-20
50
amazing zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes tracking focus
comes with phase detect auto focus
low MP (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
44
image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (14MP)
includes tracking focus
weather proofing
slow fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax X70 as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh WG-20 as a Travel photography camera
52
built-in flash
really wide (26mm)
long zoom (624mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
71
weather proofing
resolution is good (14MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Pentax X70
Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-20
35
manual focus
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7")
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
47
has manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (14MP)
weather proofing
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax X70 Vlogging details
Ricoh WG-20 Vlogging details
24
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic socket
30
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detect focus
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic jack
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Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax X70 and Ricoh WG-20
 Pentax X70Ricoh WG-20
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