Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony H400

Its time to examine more closely at the Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony H400, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-30W was unveiled 8 months later than the H400 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the WG-30W matches up against the H400 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-30W features physical measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony H400 has sizing of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony H400 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-30W vs the H400.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30W and H400 is 91 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30W and H400.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony H400 to deliver greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger WG-30W will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.