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Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony WX220

Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
46
Ricoh WG-6 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 front
Portability
96
Imaging
43
Features
41
Overall
42

Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony WX220 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
  • Announced February 2018
  • Older Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Sony WX220
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
  • Launched February 2014
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony WX220 Overview

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony WX220, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-6 (20MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-6 was unveiled 4 years later than the WX220 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the WG-6 scores vs the WX220 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Sony WX220

 WG-6 WX220 
LaunchedFebruary 2018February 2014Fresher by 49 months
Manually focus More precise focus
Display resolution1040k460kSharper display (+580k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Ricoh WG-6

 WX220 WG-6 

Common features in the Ricoh WG-6 and Sony WX220

 WG-6 WX220 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurements
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry your camera, you should consider 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) while the Sony WX220 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony WX220 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-6 versus the WX220.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony WX220 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-6 and WX220 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony WX220 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-6 and WX220.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-6 to resolve more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger WG-6 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony WX220 sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony WX220 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony WX220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony WX220 as a Portrait photography camera
45
focusing manually
MP count good (20MP)
offers face detect focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
37
decent megapixels (18MP)
includes face detection autofocus
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 Street photography information
Sony WX220 Street photography information
60
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather proofing
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
heavier than competition in class (246g)
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 as a Sports photography camera
Sony WX220 as a Sports photography camera
54
built in image stabilization (Digital)
MP count good (20 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
weather proofing
good battery pack (340 per charge)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
46
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (18MP)
includes tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Ricoh WG-6
Travel photography with Sony WX220
70
good battery pack (340 CIPA)
weather proofing
MP count good (20 megapixels)
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
heavier than competition in class (246 grams)
does not have a selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.5)
69
decent megapixels (18 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
very long reach (250mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-6 Landscape photography advice
Sony WX220 Landscape photography advice
56
focusing manually
quite wide (28mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
MP count good (20MP)
weather proofing
good battery pack (340 per charge)
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
44
pretty wide (25mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (18MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Ricoh WG-6
Vlogging with Sony WX220
32
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
offers face detect focus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly display
does not have mic socket
heavier than competition in class (246g)
34
pretty wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have external mic port
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony WX220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-6 and Sony WX220
 Ricoh WG-6Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220
General Information
Brand Ricoh Sony
Model type Ricoh WG-6 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220
Type Waterproof Ultracompact
Announced 2018-02-21 2014-02-12
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - Bionz X
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
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 18 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 5184 x 3888 4896 x 3672
Highest native ISO 6400 12800
Min native ISO 125 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 1,040 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) 3.70 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash settings Flash on, flash off Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840x2160 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Supports FlashAir SD cards Built-In
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 pounds) 121 grams (0.27 pounds)
Dimensions 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9")
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 210 photographs
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-BN
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait)
Time lapse recording
Storage media Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $271 $198