Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W380
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W380 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
- Introduced February 2014
- Successor is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W380 Overview
Here is a extended review of the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W380, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the W380 (14MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe WG-4 GPS was released 4 years later than the W380 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the WG-4 GPS grades vs the W380 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W380 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Sony W380
WG-4 GPS | W380 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | January 2010 | Fresher by 50 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
W380 | WG-4 GPS |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony W380
WG-4 GPS | W380 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W380 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS comes with physical measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sony W380 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W380 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-4 GPS vs the W380.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and W380 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W380 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 GPS and W380.
To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern WG-4 GPS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W380 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2014-02-05 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
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 | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 4.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 235g (0.52 lb) | 117g (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
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 | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $210 | $44 |