Pentax RS1500 vs Ricoh WG-4

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Pentax RS1500 versus Ricoh WG-4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the RS1500 (14MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The RS1500 was launched 3 years prior to the WG-4 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the RS1500 grades against the WG-4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RS1500 and Ricoh WG-4. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax RS1500 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax RS1500 has outer measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax RS1500 versus Ricoh WG-4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the RS1500 versus the WG-4.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RS1500 and WG-4 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The graphic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the RS1500 and WG-4.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-4 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The older RS1500 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.