Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W610
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W610 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
- Launched February 2020
- Newer Model is Ricoh WG-80
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 113g - 93 x 52 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W610 Overview
Below is a extended comparison of the Ricoh WG-70 versus Sony W610, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the W610 (14MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The WG-70 was unveiled 8 years later than the W610 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the WG-70 scores vs the W610 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W610 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Sony W610
WG-70 | W610 | |||
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Introduced | February 2020 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 99 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W610 over the Ricoh WG-70
W610 | WG-70 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-70 and Sony W610
WG-70 | W610 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W610 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-70 has exterior 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) while the Sony W610 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh WG-70 versus Sony W610 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-70 versus the W610.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-70 and W610 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W610 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The visual underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-70 and W610.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-70 to provide you with more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern WG-70 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W610 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W610 Specifications
Ricoh WG-70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh WG-70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2020-02-04 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | On, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193g (0.43 pounds) | 113g (0.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 93 x 52 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 250 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $280 | $200 |