Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Let's look a bit more closely at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung Galaxy Camera, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 GPS was announced 12 months after the Galaxy Camera so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the WG-4 GPS matches up vs the Galaxy Camera when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS enjoys external measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung Galaxy Camera in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-4 GPS against the Galaxy Camera.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and Galaxy Camera is 90 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 GPS and Galaxy Camera.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images but you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger WG-4 GPS should have an edge in sensor innovation.