Panasonic G100 vs Ricoh WG-4

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic G100 and Ricoh WG-4, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and WG-4 (16MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and WG-4 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The G100 was brought out 6 years after the WG-4 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the G100 matches up against the WG-4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 & Ricoh WG-4. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G100 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic G100 offers outer measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") and a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G100 and Ricoh WG-4 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the G100 vs the WG-4.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G100 and WG-4 is 81 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G100 and WG-4.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G100 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic G100 will deliver extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent G100 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.