Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-4

Below, we are analyzing the Ricoh G900 versus Ricoh WG-4, both Waterproof cameras and both are designed by Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and WG-4 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The G900 was launched 4 years later than the WG-4 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the G900 scores vs the WG-4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G900 and Ricoh WG-4. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh G900 features external dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh G900 versus Ricoh WG-4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the G900 versus the WG-4.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G900 and WG-4 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The visual below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G900 and WG-4.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh G900 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern G900 will have an edge in sensor innovation.