Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-20

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.

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.

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.

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.