Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony a1

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Ricoh WG-30W versus Sony a1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the WG-30W (16MP) and a1 (50MP) and the WG-30W (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The WG-30W was brought out 7 years before the a1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the WG-30W matches up versus the a1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30W and Sony Alpha a1. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-30W provides outside dimensions 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 a1 has measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh WG-30W versus Sony a1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the WG-30W versus the a1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30W and a1 is 91 and 61 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The visual here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-30W and a1.

All in all, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WG-30W due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony a1 will offer you extra detail having its extra 34MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older WG-30W is going to be behind in sensor innovation.