Kodak Z950 vs Ricoh WG-4

Below is a complete overview of the Kodak Z950 vs Ricoh WG-4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Kodak and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z950 (12MP) and WG-4 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z950 was revealed 4 years earlier than the WG-4 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the Z950 grades vs the WG-4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Ricoh WG-4. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z950 has physical dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Z950 vs Ricoh WG-4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z950 versus the WG-4.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z950 and WG-4 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z950 and WG-4.

To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-4 to result in greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older Z950 will be behind in sensor tech.