Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony WX300

Here is a complete analysis of the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony WX300, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-6 (20MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-6 was introduced 5 years later than the WX300 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the WG-6 grades versus the WX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-6 has external 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) whilst the Sony WX300 has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony WX300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-6 and the WX300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-6 and WX300 is 89 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The graphic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-6 and WX300.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Ricoh WG-6 to give extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent WG-6 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.