Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony W830

The following is a detailed analysis of the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Sony W830, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the W830 (20MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 GPS was introduced at a similar time to the W830 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the WG-4 GPS grades versus the W830 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS provides 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) whilst the Sony W830 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Sony W830 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-4 GPS vs the W830.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 GPS and W830 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 GPS and W830.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony W830 to offer you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.