Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony RX100 III

Here, we will be comparing the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony RX100 III, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the RX100 III (20MP) is relatively close but the WG-4 GPS (1/2.3") and RX100 III (1") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-4 GPS was revealed 3 months prior to the RX100 III which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the WG-4 GPS scores versus the RX100 III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Sony RX100 III Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS has outer measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Sony RX100 III has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony RX100 III in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-4 GPS vs the RX100 III.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 GPS and RX100 III is 90 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 GPS and RX100 III.

As you can see, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WG-4 GPS with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony RX100 III will result in extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.