Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-30W

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-30W, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was introduced 14 months before the WG-30W which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the WG-3 scores vs the WG-30W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 and Ricoh WG-30W. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-3 features exterior dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 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).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-30W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-3 vs the WG-30W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 and WG-30W is 90 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 and WG-30W.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged WG-3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.