Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730
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![Ricoh WG-4 GPS front Ricoh WG-4 GPS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-WG-4-GPS/Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W730/Sony-W730-front.jpg)
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730 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
- Announced February 2014
- New Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The WG-4 GPS was introduced 14 months later than the W730 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the WG-4 GPS grades vs the W730 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Sony W730
WG-4 GPS | W730 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | More recent by 14 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
W730 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony W730
WG-4 GPS | W730 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS has outside dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sony W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-4 GPS and the W730.
![Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730 size comparison Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W730-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and W730 is 90 and 96 respectively.
![Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730 top view buttons comparison Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W730-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to see the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The visual below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-4 GPS and W730.
Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you might want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The younger WG-4 GPS will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
![Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730 sensor size comparison Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W730-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730 Screen and ViewFinder
![Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W730-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W730 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-02-05 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 235 grams (0.52 lb) | 122 grams (0.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $210 | $138 |