Pentax WG-2 vs Ricoh WG-4

Lets look more in depth at the Pentax WG-2 vs Ricoh WG-4, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the WG-4 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the WG-2 scores against the WG-4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio WG-2 & Ricoh WG-4. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-2 has physical dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-2 against the WG-4.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-2 and WG-4 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-2 and WG-4.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you will need to factor the age of the cameras into account. The older WG-2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.