Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony W320
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony W320 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 93 x 52 x 17mm
- Announced January 2010
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Below, we are analyzing the Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony W320, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the W320 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe WG-30 was introduced 4 years later than the W320 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the WG-30 matches up against the W320 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Sony W320
| WG-30 | W320 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | October 2014 |  | January 2010 | More recent by 58 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W320 over the Ricoh WG-30
| W320 | WG-30 |
|---|
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony W320
| WG-30 | W320 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Identical display sizing |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony W320 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-30 provides external 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) while the Sony W320 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-30 vs the W320.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-30 and W320 is 91 and 97 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony W320 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30 and W320.
Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-30 to produce extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern WG-30 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony W320 Specifications
| Ricoh WG-30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model | Ricoh WG-30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 |
| Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2014-10-09 | 2010-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.7-5.7 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 4cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 4.80 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 192 gr (0.42 pounds) | 117 gr (0.26 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 93 x 52 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
| 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 photographs | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $428 | $269 |
