Canon 5D MIV vs Ricoh WG-4
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Canon 5D MIV vs Ricoh WG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 30MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 890g - 151 x 116 x 76mm
- Announced August 2016
- Replaced the Canon 5D MIII
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Launched February 2014

Canon 5D MIV vs Ricoh WG-4 Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon 5D MIV vs Ricoh WG-4, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the 5D MIV (30MP) and WG-4 (16MP) and the 5D MIV (Full frame) and WG-4 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

The 5D MIV was introduced 2 years after the WG-4 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 5D MIV being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 5D MIV matches up against the WG-4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 5D MIV vs Ricoh WG-4 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and Ricoh WG-4. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 5D MIV Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 5D MIV over the Ricoh WG-4
5D MIV | WG-4 | |||
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Launched | August 2016 | ![]() | February 2014 | More modern by 32 months |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1160k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Canon 5D MIV
WG-4 | 5D MIV |
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Common features in the Canon 5D MIV and Ricoh WG-4
5D MIV | WG-4 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon 5D MIV vs Ricoh WG-4 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 5D MIV provides outside measurements of 151mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Examine the Canon 5D MIV vs Ricoh WG-4 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the 5D MIV vs the WG-4.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5D MIV and WG-4 is 55 and 90 respectively.

Canon 5D MIV vs Ricoh WG-4 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 5D MIV and WG-4.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 5D MIV with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon 5D MIV will show more detail using its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The fresher 5D MIV will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon 5D MIV vs Ricoh WG-4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 5D MIV vs Ricoh WG-4 Specifications
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | Ricoh WG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | Ricoh WG-4 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Waterproof |
Announced | 2016-08-25 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 6+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 30MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6720 x 4480 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 61 | 9 |
Cross type focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Number of lenses | 250 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,620k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 (29.97p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 29.97p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (119.9p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 890 gr (1.96 lbs) | 230 gr (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 151 x 116 x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 91 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2995 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 photographs | 240 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | CompactFlash + SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I enabled) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Two | One |
Launch cost | $3,299 | $330 |