Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched 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
- 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Updated by Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview
Below, we are matching up the Ricoh WG-20 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras and both of them are produced by Ricoh. The image resolution of the WG-20 (14MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe WG-20 was brought out at a similar time to the WG-4 GPS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the WG-20 scores versus the WG-4 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-20 & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
WG-20 | WG-4 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Ricoh WG-20
WG-4 GPS | WG-20 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-20 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
WG-20 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | February 2014 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-20 provides outside measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh WG-20 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-20 versus the WG-4 GPS.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-20 and WG-4 GPS is 93 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-20 and WG-4 GPS.
Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to deliver more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively.
Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications
Ricoh WG-20 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model type | Ricoh WG-20 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias 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 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | 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 | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164 grams (0.36 lbs) | 235 grams (0.52 lbs) |
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 rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 pictures | 240 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $370 | $210 |