Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony NEX-5R

Lets look closer at the Ricoh WG-30W and Sony NEX-5R, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is very well matched but the WG-30W (1/2.3") and NEX-5R (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

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The WG-30W was unveiled 2 years after the NEX-5R which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the WG-30W scores versus the NEX-5R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-30W & Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery & Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-30W enjoys physical measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5R has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh WG-30W and Sony NEX-5R in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-30W compared to the NEX-5R.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30W and NEX-5R is 91 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30W and NEX-5R.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact MP but different sensor sizes. The WG-30W offers the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult. The fresher WG-30W provides a benefit in sensor technology.