Canon 160 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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Canon 160 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs
(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
(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
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").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 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.
Canon 160 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 160 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 160 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
160 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | February 2014 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Canon 160
WG-4 GPS | 160 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 160 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
160 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | 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.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.
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 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 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Canon 160 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | |
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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 |