Canon A3400 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W

Here, we are evaluating the Canon A3400 IS versus Ricoh WG-30W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A3400 IS was introduced 3 years prior to the WG-30W and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A3400 IS grades versus the WG-30W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS and Ricoh WG-30W. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A3400 IS Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon A3400 IS features external dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30W has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Canon A3400 IS versus Ricoh WG-30W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the A3400 IS vs the WG-30W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3400 IS and WG-30W is 96 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3400 IS and WG-30W.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images but you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older A3400 IS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.