Ricoh WG-30 vs Sony WX9

Here, we are matching up the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony WX9, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-30 was manufactured 3 years after the WX9 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the WG-30 scores against the WX9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30 provides exterior measurements 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 WX9 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-30 and Sony WX9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-30 compared to the WX9.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30 and WX9 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Normally, its hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30 and WX9.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images however you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent WG-30 provides an advantage in sensor technology.