Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony S2100
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony S2100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced October 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2010

Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony S2100 Overview
The following is a thorough assessment of the Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony S2100, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the WG-30W (16MP) and S2100 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WG-30W was released 4 years after the S2100 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the WG-30W scores vs the S2100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony S2100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-30W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Sony S2100
WG-30W | S2100 | |||
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Announced | October 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 58 months |
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Ricoh WG-30W
S2100 | WG-30W | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30W and Sony S2100
WG-30W | S2100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30W enjoys external 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 S2100 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony S2100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-30W vs the S2100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-30W and S2100 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30W and S2100.
All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-30W to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern WG-30W is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony S2100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony S2100 Specifications
Ricoh WG-30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-10-09 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $280 | $0 |