Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Its time to take a deeper look at the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Ricoh WG-4 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was manufactured 6 months before the WG-4 GPS so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the WG-3 GPS grades versus the WG-4 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax WG-3 GPS offers outside measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check out the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-3 GPS and the WG-4 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and WG-4 GPS is 90 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The graphic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 GPS and WG-4 GPS.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files however you will want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.