Ricoh WG-50 vs Sony W230

Below is a extended comparison of the Ricoh WG-50 versus Sony W230, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the WG-50 (16MP) and W230 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-50 was introduced 8 years later than the W230 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the WG-50 matches up versus the W230 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-50 has outside measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony W230 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Ricoh WG-50 versus Sony W230 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-50 against the W230.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-50 and W230 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-50 and W230.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-50 to produce extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger WG-50 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.