Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung WB700

Here is a detailed review of the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Samsung WB700, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The WG-4 GPS was introduced 3 years later than the WB700 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the WG-4 GPS grades vs the WB700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Samsung WB700. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS enjoys outer measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Samsung WB700 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Samsung WB700 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-4 GPS against the WB700.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and WB700 is 90 and 98 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The visual here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 GPS and WB700.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to render greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern WG-4 GPS provides an advantage in sensor technology.