Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony HX10V

The following is a extensive assessment of the Ricoh WG-70 and Sony HX10V, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-70 was introduced 8 years after the HX10V which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the WG-70 matches up vs the HX10V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-70 enjoys physical dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony HX10V has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-70 and Sony HX10V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-70 against the HX10V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-70 and HX10V is 91 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-70 and HX10V.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX10V to provide greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent WG-70 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.