Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony HX7V
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony HX7V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced October 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 208g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Released July 2011
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony HX7V Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony HX7V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WG-30 was unveiled 3 years later than the HX7V and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the WG-30 grades against the HX7V for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony HX7V Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Sony HX7V
WG-30 | HX7V | |||
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Released | October 2014 | July 2011 | More recent by 40 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX7V over the Ricoh WG-30
HX7V | WG-30 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony HX7V
WG-30 | HX7V | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony HX7V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30 features outer 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 HX7V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
See the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony HX7V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-30 and the HX7V.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the WG-30 and HX7V is 91 and 92 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony HX7V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30 and HX7V.
As you can see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent WG-30 will have a benefit in sensor tech.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony HX7V Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony HX7V Specifications
Ricoh WG-30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh WG-30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-10-09 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 4.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 192 grams (0.42 pounds) | 208 grams (0.46 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $428 | $499 |