Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX9
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX9 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
- Launched October 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Revealed July 2010
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The following is a detailed assessment of the Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX9, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the WG-30W (16MP) and TX9 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WG-30W was introduced 4 years after the TX9 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-30W being a Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the WG-30W scores against the TX9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Sony TX9
| WG-30W | TX9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | October 2014 |  | July 2010 | Newer by 52 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX9 over the Ricoh WG-30W
| TX9 | WG-30W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display dimension | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30W and Sony TX9
| WG-30W | TX9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX9 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30W offers physical dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony TX9 has proportions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-30W against the TX9.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-30W and TX9 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX9 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The picture below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-30W and TX9.
As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-30W to provide you with extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern WG-30W provides an advantage in sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony TX9 Specifications
| Ricoh WG-30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model | Ricoh WG-30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 |
| Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2014-10-09 | 2010-07-08 |
| Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-4.6 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 3.5" |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 3.80 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 194g (0.43 pounds) | 149g (0.33 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $280 | $799 |
