Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony A3000

In this article, we will be evaluating the Ricoh WG-50 and Sony A3000, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the A3000 (20MP) is pretty close but the WG-50 (1/2.3") and A3000 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-50 was launched 3 years later than the A3000 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the WG-50 grades against the A3000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-50 and Sony Alpha A3000. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Sony A3000 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-50 has got external measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony A3000 has sizing of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-50 and Sony A3000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-50 versus the A3000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-50 and A3000 is 91 and 69 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-50 and A3000.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WG-50 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Sony A3000 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent WG-50 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.