Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony HX5

On this page, we are contrasting the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony HX5, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the WG-6 (20MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the WG-6 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor size.

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The WG-6 was revealed 7 years after the HX5 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the WG-6 grades vs the HX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery & Sony HX5 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-6 features exterior measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony HX5 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony HX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-6 vs the HX5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the WG-6 and HX5 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The pic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-6 and HX5.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The WG-6 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Ricoh WG-6 will provide greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer WG-6 will have an edge in sensor technology.