Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-30
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Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Announced February 2018
(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
- Launched October 2014
Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-30 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-30, both Waterproof digital cameras and both of them are created by Ricoh. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and WG-30 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe G900 was revealed 3 years after the WG-30 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the G900 matches up vs the WG-30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-30 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G900 & Ricoh WG-30. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh G900 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Ricoh WG-30
G900 | WG-30 | |||
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Launched | February 2018 | October 2014 | Newer by 42 months | |
Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Ricoh G900
WG-30 | G900 |
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Common features in the Ricoh G900 and Ricoh WG-30
G900 | WG-30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-30 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G900 provides physical measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the G900 and the WG-30.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G900 and WG-30 is 89 and 91 respectively.
Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-30 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G900 and WG-30.
Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh G900 to give more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer G900 will have an edge in sensor technology.
Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-30 Specifications
Ricoh G900 | Ricoh WG-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model | Ricoh G900 | Ricoh WG-30 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Announced | 2018-02-21 | 2014-10-09 |
Body design | 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 | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Flash on, flash off | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840x2160 | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Supports FlashAir SD cards | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 247 grams (0.54 lbs) | 192 grams (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 images | 300 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $752 | $428 |