Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W560
90 Imaging
40 Features
43 Overall
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37 Features
28 Overall
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W560 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Renewed by Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W560 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W560, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the W560 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe WG-4 GPS was unveiled 3 years after the W560 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the WG-4 GPS scores vs the W560 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W560 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Sony W560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Sony W560
WG-4 GPS | W560 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | January 2011 | Newer by 38 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
W560 | WG-4 GPS |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony W560
WG-4 GPS | W560 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W560 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS has got outer 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) whilst the Sony W560 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W560 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-4 GPS and the W560.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and W560 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W560 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 GPS and W560.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to provide greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger WG-4 GPS provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W560 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 |
Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2014-02-05 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 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 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 235g (0.52 pounds) | 110g (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $210 | $139 |