Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20
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![Pentax X90 front Pentax X90 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-X90/Pentax-X90-front.jpg)
![Ricoh WG-20 front Ricoh WG-20 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-WG-20/Ricoh-WG-20-front.jpg)
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38 Features
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Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Introduced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2014
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Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
Here is a detailed overview of the Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The X90 was announced 4 years earlier than the WG-20 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera.
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the X90 matches up versus the WG-20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 & Ricoh WG-20. The whole galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Ricoh WG-20
X90 | WG-20 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Pentax X90
WG-20 | X90 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 43 months |
Common features in the Pentax X90 and Ricoh WG-20
X90 | WG-20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax X90 has got exterior dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-20 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
See the Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the X90 and the WG-20.
![Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20 size comparison Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-X90-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and WG-20 is 69 and 93 respectively.
![Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20 top view buttons comparison Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-X90-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the X90 and WG-20.
As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-20 to provide you with more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older X90 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
![Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20 sensor size comparison Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-X90-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-X90-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Pentax X90 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model | Pentax X90 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
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 | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 428 grams (0.94 lbs) | 164 grams (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-L106 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $350 | $370 |