Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony A6100

Let's look more in depth at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony A6100, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and A6100 (24MP) and the WG-4 GPS (1/2.3") and A6100 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The WG-4 GPS was announced 6 years earlier than the A6100 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the WG-4 GPS grades vs the A6100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Sony Alpha a6100. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Sony A6100 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS provides exterior 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 Sony A6100 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony A6100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-4 GPS versus the A6100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 GPS and A6100 is 90 and 81 respectively.

Usually, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 GPS and A6100.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-4 GPS using its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony A6100 will render extra detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged WG-4 GPS will be behind in sensor technology.