Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony WX30

Here, we are contrasting the Ricoh WG-30 versus Sony WX30, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-30 was brought out 3 years later than the WX30 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the WG-30 grades versus the WX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30 offers exterior 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) and the Sony WX30 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh WG-30 versus Sony WX30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-30 vs the WX30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30 and WX30 is 91 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30 and WX30.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files however you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The newer WG-30 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.