Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony TX55
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony TX55 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
- Revealed October 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Introduced July 2011
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony TX55 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony TX55, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe WG-30 was brought out 3 years after the TX55 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the WG-30 matches up against the TX55 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony TX55 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Sony TX55
WG-30 | TX55 | |||
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Introduced | October 2014 | July 2011 | More modern by 40 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Ricoh WG-30
TX55 | WG-30 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3.3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.6") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Crisper display (+1000k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony TX55
WG-30 | TX55 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-30 comes with physical dimensions 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 TX55 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Check the Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony TX55 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-30 vs the TX55.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30 and TX55 is 91 and 97 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-30 and TX55.
Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer WG-30 provides an advantage in sensor tech.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony TX55 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony TX55 Specifications
Ricoh WG-30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2014-10-09 | 2011-07-24 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3.3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 192 grams (0.42 lb) | 109 grams (0.24 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $428 | $350 |