Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. The image resolution of the WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 GPS was revealed 3 years prior to the WG-4 GPS which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the WG-1 GPS matches up vs the WG-4 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The full galleries are provided at Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-1 GPS has physical dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check out the Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-1 GPS and the WG-4 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-1 GPS and WG-4 GPS is 93 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-1 GPS and WG-4 GPS.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged WG-1 GPS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.