Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony W650

Its time to look closer at the Ricoh WG-30W versus Sony W650, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-30W was introduced 2 years later than the W650 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the WG-30W grades versus the W650 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-30W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-30W offers exterior measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony W650 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-30W versus Sony W650 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-30W compared to the W650.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30W and W650 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30W and W650.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you would want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern WG-30W is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.