Ricoh WG-80 vs Sony HX9V

Following is a in depth overview of the Ricoh WG-80 and Sony HX9V, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-80 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-80 was introduced 10 years after the HX9V which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the WG-80 grades against the HX9V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-80 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-80 provides external measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-80 and Sony HX9V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-80 compared to the HX9V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-80 and HX9V is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The image underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-80 and HX9V.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of files but you should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern WG-80 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.