Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Ricoh WG-70

Here is a extensive analysis of the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 versus Ricoh WG-70, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both created by Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is relatively close but the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (APS-C) and WG-70 (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 was brought out 9 years before the WG-70 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 matches up vs the WG-70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 & Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Gallery & Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 features exterior measurements of 114mm x 75mm x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-70 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 versus Ricoh WG-70 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 versus the WG-70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and WG-70 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and WG-70.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 features the bigger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The older GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 will be behind in sensor technology.