Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W620
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![Ricoh WG-6 front Ricoh WG-6 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-WG-6/Ricoh-WG-6-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W620/Sony-W620-front.jpg)
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Succeeded the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Announced January 2012
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W620 Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony W620, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the WG-6 (20MP) and W620 (14MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The WG-6 was unveiled 6 years later than the W620 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the WG-6 scores against the W620 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W620 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Sony W620
WG-6 | W620 | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 75 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Ricoh WG-6
W620 | WG-6 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-6 and Sony W620
WG-6 | W620 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-6 enjoys physical measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony W620 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony W620 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-6 and the W620.
![Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W620 size comparison Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W620 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-6-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W620-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-6 and W620 is 89 and 96 respectively.
![Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W620 top view buttons comparison Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W620 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-6-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W620-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-6 and W620.
As you have seen, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-6 to offer you extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger WG-6 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W620 sensor size comparison Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W620 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Ricoh-WG-6-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W620-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W620 Screen and ViewFinder
![Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-6-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W620-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W620 Specifications
Ricoh WG-6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh WG-6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2018-02-21 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Flash on, flash off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840x2160 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 246 grams (0.54 lb) | 116 grams (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photographs | 220 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $271 | $102 |