Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony TX20

Let's take a deeper look at the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony TX20, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the WG-6 (20MP) and TX20 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-6 was introduced 6 years after the TX20 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the WG-6 grades versus the TX20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-6 enjoys external measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony TX20 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony TX20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-6 against the TX20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-6 and TX20 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-6 and TX20.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Ricoh WG-6 to deliver more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent WG-6 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.