Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony W380

Here is a in-depth review of the Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony W380, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the W380 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-20 was unveiled 4 years later than the W380 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the WG-20 grades against the W380 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-20 comes with physical measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Sony W380 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-20 vs Sony W380 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-20 compared to the W380.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-20 and W380 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-20 and W380.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you would want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent WG-20 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.