Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony a5100
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony a5100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Later Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 283g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Revealed August 2014
- Older Model is Sony a5000
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony a5100 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Sony a5100, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and a5100 (24MP) and the WG-4 GPS (1/2.3") and a5100 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WG-4 GPS was unveiled 6 months before the a5100 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the WG-4 GPS scores versus the a5100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony a5100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Sony Alpha a5100. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Sony a5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Sony a5100
WG-4 GPS | a5100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony a5100 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
a5100 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 460k | Sharper screen (+462k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony a5100
WG-4 GPS | a5100 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | August 2014 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony a5100 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS provides external dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony a5100 has sizing of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Sony a5100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-4 GPS vs the a5100.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and a5100 is 90 and 89 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony a5100 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The graphic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-4 GPS and a5100.
To sum up, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WG-4 GPS with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony a5100 will resolve greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony a5100 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Sony Alpha a5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Sony Alpha a5100 |
Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2014-02-05 | 2014-08-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 179 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (120p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 235 gr (0.52 lbs) | 283 gr (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1347 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photos | 400 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $210 | $448 |