Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony HX10V

Here, we will be evaluating the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony HX10V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-30 was manufactured 2 years later than the HX10V and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the WG-30 grades vs the HX10V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-30 provides physical measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony HX10V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the WG-30 versus the HX10V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30 and HX10V is 91 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The visual below might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30 and HX10V.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX10V to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer WG-30 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.