Ricoh PX vs Ricoh WG-6

Here, we are analyzing the Ricoh PX and Ricoh WG-6, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the PX (16MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PX was unveiled 7 years earlier than the WG-6 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the PX scores versus the WG-6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh PX & Ricoh WG-6. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh PX Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh PX comes with exterior dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-6 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the PX against the WG-6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PX and WG-6 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the PX and WG-6.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-6 to provide you with more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older PX will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.