Ricoh WG-70 vs Sony TX30

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.