Pentax WG-2 vs Ricoh WG-30W

Let's take a more detailed look at the Pentax WG-2 vs Ricoh WG-30W, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 was released 3 years before the WG-30W which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the WG-2 grades against the WG-30W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-2 and Ricoh WG-30W. The complete galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-2 offers external measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30W has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Pentax WG-2 vs Ricoh WG-30W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-2 against the WG-30W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WG-2 and WG-30W is 91 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The pic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-2 and WG-30W.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged WG-2 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.