Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony A700
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony A700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Released February 2014
- New Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 768g - 142 x 105 x 80mm
- Announced December 2007
- Succeeded the Konica Minolta 7D
- Later Model is Sony A77
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony A700 Overview
Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony A700, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and A700 (12MP) and the WG-4 GPS (1/2.3") and A700 (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe WG-4 GPS was introduced 6 years later than the A700 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the WG-4 GPS grades vs the A700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony A700 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery and Sony A700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Sony A700
WG-4 GPS | A700 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | December 2007 | More recent by 75 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A700 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
A700 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony A700
WG-4 GPS | A700 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony A700 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS has physical measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony A700 has specifications of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony A700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-4 GPS versus the A700.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and A700 is 90 and 58 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony A700 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The visual here may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 GPS and A700.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WG-4 GPS having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS will produce greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher WG-4 GPS provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony A700 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 |
Class | Waterproof | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2014-02-05 | 2007-12-19 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4272 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, rear curtain, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 235 gr (0.52 pounds) | 768 gr (1.69 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 142 x 105 x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 581 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Dual |
Price at launch | $210 | $1,000 |