Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony HX30V

Below is a complete analysis of the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony HX30V, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 GPS was revealed 24 months later than the HX30V making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the WG-4 GPS scores against the HX30V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS offers external dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Sony HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony HX30V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-4 GPS vs the HX30V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 GPS and HX30V is 90 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-4 GPS and HX30V.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX30V to offer you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher WG-4 GPS should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.