Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony A57

Below, we will be reviewing the Ricoh WG-70 versus Sony A57, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the A57 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the WG-70 (1/2.3") and A57 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The WG-70 was launched 7 years later than the A57 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Sony A57 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WG-70 scores vs the A57 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-70 & Sony SLT-A57. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery & Sony A57 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-70 features physical measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony A57 has sizing of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-70 against the A57.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-70 and A57 is 91 and 64 respectively.

Usually, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-70 and A57.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The WG-70 features the smaller sensor which will make getting shallower DOF tougher. The younger WG-70 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.