Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony NEX-C3

Here is a in depth overview of the Ricoh WG-30W versus Sony NEX-C3, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the WG-30W (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-30W was announced 3 years later than the NEX-C3 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the WG-30W grades versus the NEX-C3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-30W & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30W has got external measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has proportions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-30W against the NEX-C3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-30W and NEX-C3 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The photograph below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30W and NEX-C3.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The WG-30W features the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher. The more recent WG-30W will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.