Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung ST700

Here is a extended overview of the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung ST700, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 GPS was manufactured 3 years later than the ST700 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the WG-4 GPS scores against the ST700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Samsung ST700. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Samsung ST700 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS features outer measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Samsung ST700 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung ST700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-4 GPS vs the ST700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and ST700 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 GPS and ST700.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should always take the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer WG-4 GPS will have an advantage in sensor innovation.