Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W370
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W370 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed February 2020
- Updated by Ricoh WG-80
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Announced January 2010

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W370 Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Ricoh WG-70 and Sony W370, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the W370 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The WG-70 was unveiled 10 years after the W370 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the WG-70 scores vs the W370 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W370 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Sony W370
WG-70 | W370 | |||
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Announced | February 2020 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 123 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Ricoh WG-70
W370 | WG-70 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-70 and Sony W370
WG-70 | W370 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-70 offers outside 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) and the Sony W370 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Ricoh WG-70 and Sony W370 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-70 versus the W370.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WG-70 and W370 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-70 and W370.
As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-70 to provide greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer WG-70 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Ricoh WG-70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2020-02-04 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | On, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) | 179 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $280 | $230 |