Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony TX30
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony TX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2020
- Replacement is Ricoh WG-80
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Launched July 2013
Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony TX30 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Ricoh WG-70 and Sony TX30, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-70 (16MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe WG-70 was manufactured 6 years after the TX30 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the WG-70 matches up vs the TX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony TX30 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Sony TX30
WG-70 | TX30 | |||
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Launched | February 2020 | July 2013 | More modern by 80 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Ricoh WG-70
TX30 | WG-70 | |||
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Display size | 3.3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.6") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 230k | Crisper display (+999k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-70 and Sony TX30
WG-70 | TX30 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-70 enjoys external measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony TX30 has proportions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh WG-70 and Sony TX30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-70 versus the TX30.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-70 and TX30 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-70 and TX30.
Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony TX30 to provide extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent WG-70 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony TX30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony TX30 Specifications
Ricoh WG-70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2020-02-04 | 2013-07-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | On, off | - |
External flash | ||
AE 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, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193g (0.43 lb) | 141g (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $280 | $230 |