Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony NEX-5N

Following is a extensive analysis of the Ricoh WG-70 versus Sony NEX-5N, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the NEX-5N (16MP) is fairly similar but the WG-70 (1/2.3") and NEX-5N (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The WG-70 was released 8 years after the NEX-5N which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the WG-70 scores against the NEX-5N in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-70 & Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery & Sony NEX-5N Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-70 enjoys outside dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5N has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-70 versus Sony NEX-5N in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-70 against the NEX-5N.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-70 and NEX-5N is 91 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The picture below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-70 and NEX-5N.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor sizes. The WG-70 offers the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field trickier. The newer WG-70 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.