Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TF1

Let's examine more closely at the Ricoh WG-30W and Sony TF1, both Waterproof digital cameras by companies Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-30W was revealed 16 months after the TF1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the WG-30W matches up versus the TF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-30W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-30W features 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) while the Sony TF1 has dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-30W and Sony TF1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-30W vs the TF1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30W and TF1 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30W and TF1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger WG-30W is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.