Ricoh CX5 vs Ricoh WG-30

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Ricoh CX5 vs Ricoh WG-30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Ricoh. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and WG-30 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CX5 was announced 4 years earlier than the WG-30 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the CX5 scores versus the WG-30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX5 and Ricoh WG-30. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX5 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX5 comes with exterior dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the CX5 vs the WG-30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX5 and WG-30 is 92 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the CX5 and WG-30.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-30 to offer greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older CX5 is going to be behind in sensor technology.