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Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony W350

Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
36
Overall
37
Ricoh WG-20 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 front
Portability
97
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31

Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony W350 Key Specs

Ricoh WG-20
(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
  • Introduced February 2014
Sony W350
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
  • Launched January 2010
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony W350 Overview

Below, we will be reviewing the Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony W350, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the W350 (14MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-20 was revealed 4 years after the W350 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the WG-20 scores versus the W350 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Sony W350

 WG-20 W350 
LaunchedFebruary 2014January 2010Newer by 50 months
Manual focus Dial accurate focus

Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Ricoh WG-20

 W350 WG-20 

Common features in the Ricoh WG-20 and Sony W350

 WG-20 W350 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen size
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-20 features outside measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Sony W350 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony W350 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the WG-20 and the W350.

Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony W350 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-20 and W350 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony W350 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The pic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-20 and W350.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images although you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern WG-20 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony W350 sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony W350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-20 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W350 as a Portrait photography camera
39
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
supports face detect focusing
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
28
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-20 Street photography information
Sony W350 Street photography information
62
image stabilization (Digital)
weather sealing
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
58
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-20 Sports photography info
Sony W350 Sports photography info
44
image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
weather sealing
max fps low (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
34
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (14MP)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-20 Travel photography info
Sony W350 Travel photography info
71
weather sealing
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
66
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse recording
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-20 Landscape photography information
Sony W350 Landscape photography information
47
has manual focus
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
weather sealing
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
37
decently wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-20 Vlogging information
Sony W350 Vlogging information
30
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detect focusing
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic socket
29
decently wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic jack
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony W350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-20 and Sony W350
 Ricoh WG-20Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
General Information
Make Ricoh Sony
Model Ricoh WG-20 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
Category Waterproof Ultracompact
Introduced 2014-02-05 2010-01-07
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focus distance 1cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 2s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.00 m (Auto ISO) 3.80 m
Flash modes Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure 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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 164g (0.36 pounds) 117g (0.26 pounds)
Dimensions 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 260 shots -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery model D-LI92 NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at launch $370 $200