Ricoh PX vs Ricoh WG-70

Lets look more closely at the Ricoh PX versus Ricoh WG-70, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and they are both created by Ricoh. The image resolution of the PX (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The PX was introduced 9 years earlier than the WG-70 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the PX grades vs the WG-70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh PX & Ricoh WG-70. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery & Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh PX provides outer measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-70 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh PX versus Ricoh WG-70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the PX versus the WG-70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the PX and WG-70 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The graphic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the PX and WG-70.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should always take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older PX will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.