Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX1
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX1 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
- Released October 2014
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Launched August 2009
Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX1 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Ricoh WG-30W and Sony TX1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the WG-30W (16MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the WG-30W (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") possess different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WG-30W was introduced 5 years after the TX1 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the WG-30W grades vs the TX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-30W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Sony TX1
WG-30W | TX1 | |||
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Launched | October 2014 | August 2009 | Newer by 63 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Ricoh WG-30W
TX1 | WG-30W | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30W and Sony TX1
WG-30W | TX1 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-30W features external measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh WG-30W and Sony TX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-30W and the TX1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30W and TX1 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30W and TX1.
Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WG-30W with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Ricoh WG-30W will give extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer WG-30W provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Ricoh WG-30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh WG-30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Released | 2014-10-09 | 2009-08-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1250 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lb) | 142 gr (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $280 | $350 |