Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony A3000

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony A3000, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the A3000 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the WG-30 (1/2.3") and A3000 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-30 was announced 14 months later than the A3000 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the WG-30 grades versus the A3000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-30 & Sony Alpha A3000. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30 offers outer measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony A3000 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the WG-30 against the A3000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30 and A3000 is 91 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30 and A3000.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WG-30 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony A3000 will resolve extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern WG-30 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.