Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony WX350

Lets look more in depth at the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony WX350, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-6 (20MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-6 was introduced 4 years after the WX350 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the WG-6 scores versus the WX350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-6 provides outside measurements 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 WX350 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony WX350 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the WG-6 versus the WX350.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-6 and WX350 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The pic here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-6 and WX350.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Ricoh WG-6 to render extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent WG-6 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.