Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony NEX-5T

Here is a extensive assessment of the Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony NEX-5T, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is pretty well matched but the WG-30 (1/2.3") and NEX-5T (APS-C) offer different sensor sizing.

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The WG-30 was introduced 14 months later than the NEX-5T which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the WG-30 scores vs the NEX-5T with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-30 and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30 offers external measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5T has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the WG-30 versus the NEX-5T.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-30 and NEX-5T is 91 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30 and NEX-5T.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The WG-30 offers the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh tougher. The more modern WG-30 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.