Ricoh WG-30W vs Ricoh WG-4

On this page, we are comparing the Ricoh WG-30W and Ricoh WG-4, both Waterproof cameras and both are created by Ricoh. The resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-30W was unveiled 9 months after the WG-4 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the WG-30W matches up vs the WG-4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-30W & Ricoh WG-4. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-30W has outside measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-30W and Ricoh WG-4 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-30W vs the WG-4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30W and WG-4 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The image here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30W and WG-4.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of files although you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer WG-30W should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.