Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-30
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Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Released July 2014
(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
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released October 2014
Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-30 Overview
The following is a thorough assessment of the Pentax XG-1 versus Ricoh WG-30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe XG-1 was unveiled 2 months before the WG-30 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the XG-1 scores vs the WG-30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-30 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax XG-1 & Ricoh WG-30. The full galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Ricoh WG-30
XG-1 | WG-30 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Pentax XG-1
WG-30 | XG-1 |
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Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Ricoh WG-30
XG-1 | WG-30 | |||
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Released | July 2014 | October 2014 | Same age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-30 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax XG-1 has got outside measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the Pentax XG-1 versus Ricoh WG-30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the XG-1 vs the WG-30.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and WG-30 is 66 and 91 respectively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the XG-1 and WG-30.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-30 Specifications
Pentax XG-1 | Ricoh WG-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model type | Pentax XG-1 | Ricoh WG-30 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2014-07-15 | 2014-10-09 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 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 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dot | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 567 grams (1.25 lb) | 192 grams (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 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 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LB-060 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $599 | $428 |