Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony A7R

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Ricoh WG-30W and Sony A7R, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the WG-30W (16MP) and A7R (36MP) and the WG-30W (1/2.3") and A7R (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The WG-30W was revealed 8 months later than the A7R and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the WG-30W grades versus the A7R in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30W & Sony Alpha A7R. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery & Sony A7R Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-30W features physical measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony A7R has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

See the Ricoh WG-30W and Sony A7R in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-30W vs the A7R.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30W and A7R is 91 and 78 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The visual underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30W and A7R.

To sum up, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WG-30W using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Sony A7R will give you more detail because of its extra 20 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher WG-30W is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.