Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony HX400V

On this page, we will be looking at the Ricoh WG-20 versus Sony HX400V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the WG-20 (14MP) and HX400V (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-20 was released around the same time to the HX400V and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the WG-20 scores vs the HX400V for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-20 provides exterior dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-20 versus Sony HX400V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-20 vs the HX400V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-20 and HX400V is 93 and 62 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-20 and HX400V.

Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony HX400V to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively.