Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-30

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").

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.