Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony T90
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony T90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Released February 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
- Introduced February 2009

Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony T90 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Ricoh WG-20 versus Sony T90, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the T90 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The WG-20 was announced 5 years after the T90 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the WG-20 matches up against the T90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony T90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Sony T90
WG-20 | T90 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 61 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Ricoh WG-20
T90 | WG-20 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-20 and Sony T90
WG-20 | T90 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-20 features exterior dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony T90 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh WG-20 versus Sony T90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-20 compared to the T90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-20 and T90 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The picture here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-20 and T90.
As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-20 to render more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The younger WG-20 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony T90 Specifications
Ricoh WG-20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh WG-20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 |
Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Released | 2014-02-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 lb) | 148g (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") |
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 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $370 | $259 |