Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony HX100V

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Ricoh WG-30W versus Sony HX100V, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-30W was launched 3 years later than the HX100V and that is quite a sizable gap 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 HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the WG-30W scores vs the HX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30W has got outside 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) and the Sony HX100V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-30W versus Sony HX100V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-30W and the HX100V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30W and HX100V is 91 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The visual below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30W and HX100V.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos though you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher WG-30W should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.