Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony W710

Here, we are matching up the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony W710, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the WG-6 (20MP) and W710 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-6 was revealed 5 years later than the W710 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the WG-6 matches up vs the W710 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-6 enjoys physical dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony W710 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-6 vs the W710.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-6 and W710 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-6 and W710.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-6 to provide extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern WG-6 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.