Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony a5000

Below is a extensive overview of the Ricoh WG-30W versus Sony a5000, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the a5000 (20MP) is fairly similar but the WG-30W (1/2.3") and a5000 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizing.

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The WG-30W was revealed 10 months later than the a5000 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Sony a5000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the WG-30W matches up against the a5000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30W & Sony Alpha a5000. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery & Sony a5000 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-30W features exterior measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony a5000 has measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-30W versus Sony a5000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-30W and the a5000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-30W and a5000 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30W and a5000.

All in all, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WG-30W having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony a5000 will offer extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern WG-30W should have a benefit in sensor tech.