Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony RX100 III

Here is a thorough analysis of the Ricoh WG-70 versus Sony RX100 III, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the RX100 III (20MP) is very comparable but the WG-70 (1/2.3") and RX100 III (1") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-70 was manufactured 5 years later than the RX100 III and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the WG-70 grades versus the RX100 III when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery & Sony RX100 III Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-70 features outside measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony RX100 III has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-70 versus Sony RX100 III in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-70 and the RX100 III.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-70 and RX100 III is 91 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-70 and RX100 III.

All in all, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-70 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony RX100 III will show greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern WG-70 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.