Fujifilm XP60 vs Ricoh WG-4

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm XP60 and Ricoh WG-4, both Waterproof digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP60 (16MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP60 was launched 7 months before the WG-4 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP60 matches up vs the WG-4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP60 and Ricoh WG-4. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XP60 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP60 has outer dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

See the Fujifilm XP60 and Ricoh WG-4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XP60 versus the WG-4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP60 and WG-4 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP60 and WG-4.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm XP60 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.