Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh WG-4

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Ricoh CX1 versus Ricoh WG-4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both sold by Ricoh. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and WG-4 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CX1 was unveiled 6 years prior to the WG-4 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the CX1 matches up vs the WG-4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX1 and Ricoh WG-4. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX1 features outside dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check the Ricoh CX1 versus Ricoh WG-4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the CX1 vs the WG-4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and WG-4 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the CX1 and WG-4.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-4 to deliver greater detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older CX1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.