Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony RX100 II
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony RX100 II 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
- Announced October 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 281g - 102 x 58 x 38mm
- Launched June 2013
- Old Model is Sony RX100
- Updated by Sony RX100 III

Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony RX100 II Overview
Following is a comprehensive overview of the Ricoh WG-30 versus Sony RX100 II, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is very comparable but the WG-30 (1/2.3") and RX100 II (1") provide different sensor sizes.

The WG-30 was unveiled 16 months after the RX100 II making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the WG-30 scores versus the RX100 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony RX100 II Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery & Sony RX100 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Sony RX100 II
WG-30 | RX100 II | |||
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Launched | October 2014 | ![]() | June 2013 | More modern by 16 months |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 II over the Ricoh WG-30
RX100 II | WG-30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony RX100 II
WG-30 | RX100 II | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony RX100 II Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-30 has got exterior dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony RX100 II has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh WG-30 versus Sony RX100 II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-30 and the RX100 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WG-30 and RX100 II is 91 and 89 respectively.

Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony RX100 II Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The pic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-30 and RX100 II.
To sum up, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The WG-30 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony RX100 II will provide greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern WG-30 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony RX100 II Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony RX100 II Specifications
Ricoh WG-30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh WG-30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II |
Type | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-10-09 | 2013-06-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | Xtra Fine WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 15.00 m (ISO Auto (W)) |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 192g (0.42 pounds) | 281g (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 102 x 58 x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 483 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 350 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec. / Self-portrait One-person/ Self-portrait Two-person/ Self timer Continuous (3 or 5 shots)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $428 | $598 |