Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony TX30

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.