Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony HX20V

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony HX20V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-6 (20MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-6 was launched 5 years later than the HX20V and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the WG-6 scores versus the HX20V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-6 features external measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony HX20V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-6 versus the HX20V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-6 and HX20V is 89 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-6 and HX20V.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-6 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent WG-6 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.