Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony RX100 II

Lets look more closely at the Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony RX100 II, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is pretty similar but the WG-70 (1/2.3") and RX100 II (1") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-70 was brought out 6 years later than the RX100 II and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the WG-70 grades versus the RX100 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-70 has outer measurements 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 RX100 II has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony RX100 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the WG-70 compared to the RX100 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-70 and RX100 II is 91 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The graphic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-70 and RX100 II.

All in all, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WG-70 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony RX100 II will deliver more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher WG-70 will have a benefit in sensor technology.