Ricoh WG-80 vs Sony WX300

Below, we will be reviewing the Ricoh WG-80 vs Sony WX300, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-80 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-80 was introduced 9 years later than the WX300 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WG-80 grades against the WX300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-80 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-80 has got exterior dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony WX300 has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-80 vs Sony WX300 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-80 versus the WX300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-80 and WX300 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-80 and WX300.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony WX300 to give more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent WG-80 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.