Ricoh WG-30 vs Ricoh WG-4

The following is a in depth analysis of the Ricoh WG-30 versus Ricoh WG-4, both Waterproof cameras and both of them are built by Ricoh. The image resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-30 was brought out 9 months after the WG-4 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the WG-30 scores versus the WG-4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-30 and Ricoh WG-4. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-30 enjoys outside dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-30 versus Ricoh WG-4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-30 vs the WG-4.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30 and WG-4 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The pic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-30 and WG-4.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files however you need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer WG-30 will have an edge in sensor technology.