Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX20

Lets look more closely at the Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX20, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-30W was launched 2 years later than the TX20 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the WG-30W scores versus the TX20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-30W enjoys external dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony TX20 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-30W compared to the TX20.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30W and TX20 is 91 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-30W and TX20.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern WG-30W should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.