Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W350

Lets look more closely at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Sony W350, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the W350 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 GPS was launched 4 years after the W350 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the WG-4 GPS grades against the W350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery and Sony W350 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS provides external measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Sony W350 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Sony W350 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-4 GPS versus the W350.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and W350 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The image here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 GPS and W350.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to show extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer WG-4 GPS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.