Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony S2000
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched October 2014
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2010

Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony S2000 Overview
The following is a in-depth comparison of the Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony S2000, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the WG-30 (16MP) and S2000 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The WG-30 was launched 4 years after the S2000 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the WG-30 scores vs the S2000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Sony S2000
WG-30 | S2000 | |||
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Announced | October 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 58 months |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Ricoh WG-30
S2000 | WG-30 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony S2000
WG-30 | S2000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-30 features outside measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony S2000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-30 against the S2000.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-30 and S2000 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The image here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30 and S2000.
As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-30 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger WG-30 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Ricoh WG-30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-10-09 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 192 gr (0.42 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $428 | $225 |