Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony W810

The following is a extended review of the Ricoh WG-30 versus Sony W810, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the W810 (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-30 was launched 10 months after the W810 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the WG-30 matches up vs the W810 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Sony W810 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-30 provides outer measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony W810 has specifications of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check the Ricoh WG-30 versus Sony W810 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-30 compared to the W810.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-30 and W810 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The pic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30 and W810.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony W810 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer WG-30 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.