Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W620
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2020
- Updated by Ricoh WG-80
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Launched January 2012

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W620 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Ricoh WG-70 versus Sony W620, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the W620 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WG-70 was brought out 8 years later than the W620 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the WG-70 matches up versus the W620 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W620 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Sony W620
WG-70 | W620 | |||
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Launched | February 2020 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 99 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Ricoh WG-70
W620 | WG-70 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-70 and Sony W620
WG-70 | W620 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-70 has outer dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony W620 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh WG-70 versus Sony W620 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the WG-70 compared to the W620.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-70 and W620 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-70 and W620.
As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-70 to offer you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern WG-70 should have an advantage in sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W620 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W620 Specifications
Ricoh WG-70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2020-02-04 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | On, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 lb) | 116 gr (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 images | 220 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
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 | One | One |
Price at release | $280 | $102 |