Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Launched July 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched October 2014
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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").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 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.
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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.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Ricoh WG-30W
| WG-3 | WG-30W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Pentax WG-3
| WG-30W | WG-3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | October 2014 |  | July 2013 | More modern by 14 months |
Common features in the Pentax WG-3 and Ricoh WG-30W
| WG-3 | WG-30W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
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.
Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
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.
Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
| Pentax WG-3 | Ricoh WG-30W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Pentax | Ricoh |
| Model type | Pentax WG-3 | Ricoh WG-30W |
| Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2013-07-19 | 2014-10-09 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
| Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.40 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 | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 230g (0.51 pounds) | 194g (0.43 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 240 shots | 300 shots |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | D-LI92 | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $300 | $280 |
