Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony W710
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91 Imaging
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96 Imaging
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony W710 Key Specs
Ricoh WG-30W
(Full Review)
(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
Sony W710
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2013
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In this write-up, we are evaluating the Ricoh WG-30W versus Sony W710, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe WG-30W was brought out 22 months after the W710 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WG-30W matches up against the W710 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Sony W710
| WG-30W | W710 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | October 2014 |  | January 2013 | More modern by 22 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Ricoh WG-30W
| W710 | WG-30W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30W and Sony W710
| WG-30W | W710 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent display size |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-30W offers outer 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) whilst the Sony W710 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh WG-30W versus Sony W710 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-30W vs the W710.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30W and W710 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30W and W710.
To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher WG-30W will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Portrait Comparison
Ricoh WG-30W Portrait photography details
Sony W710 Portrait photography details
megapixel count good (16MP)
includes face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
decent MP (16MP)
features face detect focus
manual focus not available
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Ricoh WG-30W Street photography advice
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built in image stabilization (Digital)
environment sealing
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides focus by touch
lighter than competition in class (114g)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Ricoh WG-30W Sports photography highlights
Sony W710 Sports photography highlights
built in image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count good (16MP)
includes tracking focus
environment sealing
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
features tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Ricoh WG-30W Travel photography features
Sony W710 Travel photography features
environment sealing
megapixel count good (16MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.5)
lighter than competition in class (114 grams)
provides focus by touch
decent MP (16MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
no Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Ricoh WG-30W as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W710 as a Landscape photography camera
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
environment sealing
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Timelapse mode
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Ricoh WG-30W as a Vlogging camera
Sony W710 as a Vlogging camera
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detect focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
does not have mic port
rather wide (28mm)
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focus
lighter than competition in class (114 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone support
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Sony W710 Specifications
| Ricoh WG-30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model type | Ricoh WG-30W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
| Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2014-10-09 | 2013-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.2-6.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 2.80 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lb) | 114 gr (0.25 lb) |
| Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 pictures | 240 pictures |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | D-LI92 | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at launch | $280 | $90 |
