Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-70

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-70, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and WG-70 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The X70 was brought out 12 years earlier than the WG-70 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the X70 matches up versus the WG-70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X70 and Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X70 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax X70 enjoys external dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax X70 vs Ricoh WG-70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the X70 and the WG-70.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and WG-70 is 71 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X70 and WG-70.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-70 to render extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older X70 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.