Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

On this page, we will be evaluating the Ricoh G900 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras and both are manufactured by Ricoh. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The G900 was introduced 4 years after the WG-4 GPS which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G900 grades versus the WG-4 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G900 & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh G900 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G900 comes with exterior dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check the Ricoh G900 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the G900 versus the WG-4 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G900 and WG-4 GPS is 89 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G900 and WG-4 GPS.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Ricoh G900 to give greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher G900 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.