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Canon 160 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Portability
96
Imaging
46
Features
26
Overall
38
Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 front
 
Ricoh WG-4 GPS front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
43
Overall
41

Canon 160 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs

Canon 160
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
  • 127g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
  • Launched January 2015
  • Also referred to as IXUS 160
Ricoh WG-4 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
  • Announced February 2014
  • Updated by Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Canon 160 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview

Here is a complete analysis of the Canon 160 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the 160 (20MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 160 was manufactured 12 months later than the WG-4 GPS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon 160 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the 160 scores vs the WG-4 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon 160 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS

 160 WG-4 GPS 
AnnouncedJanuary 2015February 2014Fresher by 12 months

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Canon 160

 WG-4 GPS 160 
Manually focus Very exact focusing
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Canon 160 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS

 160 WG-4 GPS 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Canon 160 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 160 enjoys external measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 160 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the 160 compared to the WG-4 GPS.

Canon 160 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 160 and WG-4 GPS is 96 and 90 respectively.

Canon 160 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS top view buttons comparison

Canon 160 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 160 and WG-4 GPS.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon 160 to give more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger 160 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Canon 160 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS sensor size comparison

Canon 160 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 160 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 160 as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh WG-4 GPS as a Portrait photography camera
39
resolution is good (20MP)
provides face detect focus
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
41
you can focus manually
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
offers face detect autofocus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon 160 Street photography information
Ricoh WG-4 GPS Street photography information
59
image stabilization (Digital)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
59
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
more heavy than average in class (235 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Canon 160 as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh WG-4 GPS as a Sports photography camera
44
image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (20MP)
provides tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (0.8 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
45
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (16MP)
offers tracking focus
environment proofing
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (240 per charge)
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon 160
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-4 GPS
67
resolution is good (20MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
69
environment proofing
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
terrible battery life (240 per charge)
more heavy than average in class (235g)
does not feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon 160
Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-4 GPS
41
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
54
you can focus manually
decently wide (25mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (16MP)
environment proofing
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
terrible battery life (240 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 160 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh WG-4 GPS as a Vlogging camera
32
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
provides face detect focus
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone socket
34
decently wide (25mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does not feature selfie friendly display
doesn't have microphone jack
more heavy than average in class (235 grams)
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Canon 160 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 160 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
 Canon PowerShot ELPH 160Ricoh WG-4 GPS
General Information
Brand Name Canon Ricoh
Model Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 Ricoh WG-4 GPS
Also referred to as IXUS 160 -
Category Ultracompact Waterproof
Launched 2015-01-06 2014-02-05
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DIGIC 4+ -
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 5152 x 3864 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-224mm (8.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.2-6.9 f/2.0-4.9
Macro focus distance 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 0.8 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, on, off, slow synchro Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 127 gr (0.28 pounds) 235 gr (0.52 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 220 pictures 240 pictures
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NB-11L/LH D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $135 $210