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Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony TX55

Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
46
Ricoh WG-6 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 front
Portability
97
Imaging
39
Features
46
Overall
41

Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony TX55 Key Specs

Ricoh WG-6
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
  • Launched February 2018
  • Old Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Sony TX55
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
  • 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
  • Launched July 2011
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony TX55 Overview

Following is a in depth analysis of the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony TX55, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the WG-6 (20MP) and TX55 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-6 was introduced 6 years after the TX55 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the WG-6 grades against the TX55 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Sony TX55

 WG-6 TX55 
LaunchedFebruary 2018July 2011More modern by 81 months

Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Ricoh WG-6

 TX55 WG-6 
Display dimension3.3"3"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1230k1040kCrisper display (+190k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Ricoh WG-6 and Sony TX55

 WG-6 TX55 
Manually focus Very exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-6 has outer dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony TX55 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony TX55 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-6 against the TX55.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony TX55 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-6 and TX55 is 89 and 97 respectively.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony TX55 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The picture below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-6 and TX55.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-6 to result in greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent WG-6 will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony TX55 sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony TX55 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony TX55 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-6
Portrait photography with Sony TX55
45
you can focus manually
MP count decent (20MP)
features face detect autofocus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
36
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 Street photography details
Sony TX55 Street photography details
60
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather proof
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
more heavy than others (246g)
58
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 Sports photography features
Sony TX55 Sports photography features
54
built in image stabilization (Digital)
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
features tracking focus
weather proof
good battery life (340 shots)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
44
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
better than average battery life (250 per charge)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 as a Travel photography camera
Sony TX55 as a Travel photography camera
70
good battery life (340 CIPA)
weather proof
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
more heavy than others (246 grams)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
69
better than average battery life (250 CIPA)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 Landscape photography highlights
Sony TX55 Landscape photography highlights
56
you can focus manually
rather wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
MP count decent (20MP)
weather proof
good battery life (340 per charge)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
50
focusing manually
rather wide (26mm)
nice screen size (3.3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
better than average battery life (250 CIPA)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 Vlogging advice
Sony TX55 Vlogging advice
32
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
features face detect autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
no microphone support
more heavy than others (246 grams)
34
rather wide (26mm)
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
missing external microphone port
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony TX55 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-6 and Sony TX55
 Ricoh WG-6Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55
General Information
Brand Name Ricoh Sony
Model Ricoh WG-6 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55
Type Waterproof Ultracompact
Launched 2018-02-21 2011-07-24
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by - BIONZ
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 5184 x 3888 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/3.5-4.8
Macro focus range 1cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3.3"
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 1,230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech - XtraFine OLED display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) 3.70 m
Flash settings Flash on, flash off Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840x2160 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Supports FlashAir SD cards Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Built-in None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 246 grams (0.54 lbs) 109 grams (0.24 lbs)
Dimensions 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 340 images 250 images
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BN
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Storage media Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $271 $350