Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony HX7V
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony HX7V Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 208g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched July 2011
Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony HX7V Overview
Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony HX7V, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe WG-20 was brought out 2 years later than the HX7V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the WG-20 grades vs the HX7V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony HX7V Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Sony HX7V
WG-20 | HX7V | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | July 2011 | More recent by 32 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony HX7V over the Ricoh WG-20
HX7V | WG-20 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-20 and Sony HX7V
WG-20 | HX7V | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony HX7V Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-20 enjoys outer dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Check out the Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony HX7V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-20 against the HX7V.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-20 and HX7V is 93 and 92 respectively.
Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony HX7V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-20 and HX7V.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX7V to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern WG-20 provides a benefit in sensor tech.
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony HX7V Specifications
Ricoh WG-20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh WG-20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-02-05 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) | 4.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
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 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lbs) | 208 gr (0.46 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $370 | $499 |