Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Ricoh WG-M1

Here is a complete comparison of the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Ricoh WG-M1, both Waterproof cameras and they are both produced by Ricoh. The resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 GPS was manufactured 7 months earlier than the WG-M1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the WG-4 GPS matches up versus the WG-M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Ricoh WG-M1. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS features outside measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has sizing of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Ricoh WG-M1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-4 GPS compared to the WG-M1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 GPS and WG-M1 is 90 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The visual underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 GPS and WG-M1.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to provide more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older WG-4 GPS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.