Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh WG-4
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Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh WG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Released February 2014
Photography Glossary Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh WG-4 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh WG-4, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe WG-10 was brought out 7 months before the WG-4 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the WG-10 scores versus the WG-4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax WG-10 and Ricoh WG-4. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Ricoh WG-4
| WG-10 | WG-4 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Pentax WG-10
| WG-4 | WG-10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2014 |  | June 2013 | Newer by 7 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax WG-10 and Ricoh WG-4
| WG-10 | WG-4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Absent Touch friendly display |
Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh WG-4 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-10 has got physical measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh WG-4 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the WG-10 and the WG-4.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-10 and WG-4 is 93 and 90 respectively.
Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh WG-4 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The image here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-10 and WG-4.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-4 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged WG-10 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Pentax WG-10 vs Ricoh WG-4 Specifications
| Pentax WG-10 | Ricoh WG-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Pentax | Ricoh |
| Model | Pentax WG-10 | Ricoh WG-4 |
| Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2014-02-05 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 0.7fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 1.20 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 260 photographs | 240 photographs |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | D-LI92 | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $0 | $330 |