Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony HX350

In this article, we will be reviewing the Ricoh WG-6 and Sony HX350, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-6 (20MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-6 was manufactured 15 months after the HX350 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the WG-6 matches up versus the HX350 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-6 offers outside dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony HX350 has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh WG-6 and Sony HX350 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-6 against the HX350.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-6 and HX350 is 89 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The picture underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-6 and HX350.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer WG-6 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.