Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony HX9V

In this article, we will be looking at the Ricoh WG-70 versus Sony HX9V, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-70 was launched 8 years after the HX9V which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the WG-70 matches up vs the HX9V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-70 enjoys external dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-70 versus Sony HX9V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-70 versus the HX9V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WG-70 and HX9V is 91 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The picture here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-70 and HX9V.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger WG-70 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.