Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony A7R III

Following is a thorough overview of the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony A7R III, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the WG-30 (16MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the WG-30 (1/2.3") and A7R III (Full frame) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The WG-30 was introduced 4 years earlier than the A7R III which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the WG-30 grades versus the A7R III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30 & Sony Alpha A7R III. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery & Sony A7R III Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30 provides exterior dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony A7R III has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony A7R III in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-30 compared to the A7R III.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30 and A7R III is 91 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The picture below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-30 and A7R III.

All in all, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The WG-30 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A7R III will provide you with greater detail using its extra 26MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged WG-30 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.