Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony H400
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony H400 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
- Launched February 2014
- Replacement is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-1550mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 628g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Revealed February 2014

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony H400 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony H400, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The WG-4 GPS was revealed within a month of the H400 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WG-4 GPS scores against the H400 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony H400 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Sony H400
WG-4 GPS | H400 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
H400 | WG-4 GPS |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony H400
WG-4 GPS | H400 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2014 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS has got outer measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Sony H400 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
See the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony H400 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-4 GPS compared to the H400.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and H400 is 90 and 62 respectively.

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 GPS and H400.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony H400 to render greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively.

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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony H400 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-02-05 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 8.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1280 X 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, 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 | 235g (0.52 pounds) | 628g (1.38 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photographs | 300 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $210 | $268 |