Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony TX30
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony TX30 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)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Introduced July 2013
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Following is a complete assessment of the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony TX30, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe WG-30 was launched 15 months after the TX30 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the WG-30 matches up versus the TX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Sony TX30
| WG-30 | TX30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | October 2014 |  | July 2013 | More modern by 15 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Ricoh WG-30
| TX30 | WG-30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Screen size | 3.3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.6") |
| Screen resolution | 1229k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+999k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony TX30
| WG-30 | TX30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30 provides physical dimensions 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 TX30 has proportions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony TX30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-30 vs the TX30.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30 and TX30 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The image underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-30 and TX30.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony TX30 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer WG-30 should have an edge in sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony TX30 Specifications
| Ricoh WG-30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model type | Ricoh WG-30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
| Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2014-10-09 | 2013-07-26 |
| Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-4.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3.3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | - | OLED monitor |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | - |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264 | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 192 grams (0.42 pounds) | 141 grams (0.31 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
| 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 | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | - |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | - |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $428 | $230 |