Nikon D3000 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon D3000 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the D3000 (10MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the D3000 (APS-C) and WG-4 GPS (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The D3000 was revealed 5 years earlier than the WG-4 GPS and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D3000 being a Compact SLR camera and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the D3000 scores vs the WG-4 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D3000 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D3000 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D3000 comes with exterior measurements of 126mm x 97mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") and a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D3000 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the D3000 against the WG-4 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the D3000 and WG-4 GPS is 69 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D3000 and WG-4 GPS.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The D3000 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older D3000 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.