Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony WX500

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Ricoh WG-70 versus Sony WX500, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-70 was announced 4 years after the WX500 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the WG-70 scores against the WX500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-70 provides 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) and the Sony WX500 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-70 versus Sony WX500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the WG-70 versus the WX500.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-70 and WX500 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The image below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-70 and WX500.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony WX500 to give you more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher WG-70 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.