Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh WG-30

Let's look more closely at the Ricoh CX2 versus Ricoh WG-30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both created by Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and WG-30 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was announced 6 years prior to the WG-30 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the CX2 matches up versus the WG-30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX2 and Ricoh WG-30. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX2 features outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh CX2 versus Ricoh WG-30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the CX2 vs the WG-30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and WG-30 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The visual below might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the CX2 and WG-30.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Ricoh WG-30 to give you greater detail with its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older CX2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.