Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W810
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W810 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
- Later Model is Ricoh WG-80
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
- Announced January 2014

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W810 Overview
The following is a complete comparison of the Ricoh WG-70 and Sony W810, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the W810 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WG-70 was manufactured 6 years after the W810 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the WG-70 grades against the W810 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W810 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery and Sony W810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Sony W810
WG-70 | W810 | |||
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Announced | February 2020 | ![]() | January 2014 | Newer by 74 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Ricoh WG-70
W810 | WG-70 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-70 and Sony W810
WG-70 | W810 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-70 comes with exterior dimensions 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 W810 has dimensions of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-70 and Sony W810 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-70 and the W810.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WG-70 and W810 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The picture here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-70 and W810.
All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W810 to offer you more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more modern WG-70 should have an edge in sensor technology.

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Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony W810 Specifications
Ricoh WG-70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 |
Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2020-02-04 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 27-162mm (6.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.20 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash options | On, off | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic 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 | 193g (0.43 pounds) | 111g (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" 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 pictures | 200 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $280 | $100 |