Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2014
(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
- Revealed February 2014

Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4, both Waterproof cameras and both of them are offered by Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The WG-20 was revealed at a similar time to the WG-4 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the WG-20 scores against the WG-4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-20 & Ricoh WG-4. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Ricoh WG-4
WG-20 | WG-4 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Ricoh WG-20
WG-4 | WG-20 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-20 and Ricoh WG-4
WG-20 | WG-4 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2014 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-20 comes with physical measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-20 vs the WG-4.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-20 and WG-4 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The visual below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-20 and WG-4.
Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-4 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively.

Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4 Specifications
Ricoh WG-20 | Ricoh WG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model | Ricoh WG-20 | Ricoh WG-4 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2014-02-05 | 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 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max 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 diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 164g (0.36 pounds) | 230g (0.51 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" 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 |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $370 | $330 |