Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony QX30

Let's look a bit more closely at the Ricoh WG-4 versus Sony QX30, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Lens-style by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 was unveiled 7 months before the QX30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the WG-4 scores vs the QX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-4 provides external measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony QX30 has measurements of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-4 versus Sony QX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-4 and the QX30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 and QX30 is 90 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The graphic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 and QX30.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony QX30 to offer you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older WG-4 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.