Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced October 2014
Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Pentax WG-1 GPS and Ricoh WG-30W, both Waterproof cameras by companies Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe WG-1 GPS was revealed 4 years before the WG-30W and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the WG-1 GPS scores against the WG-30W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS & Ricoh WG-30W. The full galleries are available at Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery & Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Ricoh WG-30W
WG-1 GPS | WG-30W | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
WG-30W | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Announced | October 2014 | August 2011 | More recent by 38 months |
Common features in the Pentax WG-1 GPS and Ricoh WG-30W
WG-1 GPS | WG-30W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-1 GPS has got outer measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30W has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Pentax WG-1 GPS and Ricoh WG-30W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the WG-1 GPS vs the WG-30W.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-1 GPS and WG-30W is 93 and 91 respectively.
Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-1 GPS and WG-30W.
As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-30W to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older WG-1 GPS will be behind in sensor tech.
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Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | Ricoh WG-30W |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-08-16 | 2014-10-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photographs | 300 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $350 | $280 |