Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony A230

Here is a detailed overview of the Ricoh WG-30W versus Sony A230, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the WG-30W (16MP) and A230 (10MP) and the WG-30W (1/2.3") and A230 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The WG-30W was revealed 5 years later than the A230 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the WG-30W matches up vs the A230 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-30W and Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Sony A230 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-30W features outside measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony A230 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-30W versus Sony A230 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-30W versus the A230.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30W and A230 is 91 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The visual below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30W and A230.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WG-30W with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Ricoh WG-30W will produce extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent WG-30W provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.