Pentax S1 vs Ricoh WG-4

Here is a in depth comparison of the Pentax S1 versus Ricoh WG-4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S1 (14MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S1 was revealed 3 years prior to the WG-4 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S1 scores vs the WG-4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio S1 and Ricoh WG-4. The full galleries are available at Pentax S1 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax S1 enjoys outside measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 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).

Look at the Pentax S1 versus Ricoh WG-4 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the S1 versus the WG-4.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and WG-4 is 93 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The visual below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and WG-4.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-4 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older S1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.