Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony H55

The following is a extended assessment of the Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony H55, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the H55 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-30 was brought out 4 years after the H55 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the WG-30 scores against the H55 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30 provides physical measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony H55 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony H55 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the WG-30 versus the H55.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WG-30 and H55 is 91 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The image underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30 and H55.

All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-30 to result in extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher WG-30 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.