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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony WX10

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
43
Overall
41
Ricoh WG-4 GPS front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 front
Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
38
Overall
38

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony WX10 Key Specs

Ricoh WG-4 GPS
(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
  • Refreshed by Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Sony WX10
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-168mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
  • 161g - 95 x 54 x 23mm
  • Introduced January 2011
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony WX10 Overview

Here, we are analyzing the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony WX10, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 GPS was revealed 3 years later than the WX10 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the WG-4 GPS grades vs the WX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Sony WX10

 WG-4 GPS WX10 
IntroducedFebruary 2014January 2011More recent by 38 months
Display size3"2.8"Larger display (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Sony WX10 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS

 WX10 WG-4 GPS 

Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony WX10

 WG-4 GPS WX10 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution460k460kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Absent Touch display

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony WX10 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS features exterior measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony WX10 has proportions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-4 GPS against the WX10.

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony WX10 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and WX10 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony WX10 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony WX10 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 GPS and WX10.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher WG-4 GPS provides an edge in sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony WX10 sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony WX10 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony WX10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-4 GPS
Portrait photography with Sony WX10
41
you can focus manually
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes face detect focusing
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
39
you can focus manually
good megapixels (16MP)
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-4 GPS as a Street photography camera
Sony WX10 as a Street photography camera
59
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
more heavy than competitors in class (235 grams)
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sports photography info
Sony WX10 Sports photography info
45
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (16MP)
includes tracking focus
environment proofing
slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery power (240 CIPA)
lack of phase detect AF
39
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16MP)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-4 GPS Travel photography information
Sony WX10 Travel photography information
69
environment proofing
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
not so great battery power (240 CIPA)
more heavy than competitors in class (235g)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
65
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
quite wide (24mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-4 GPS Landscape photography info
Sony WX10 Landscape photography info
54
you can focus manually
relatively wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not available
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
not so great battery power (240 CIPA)
50
you can focus manually
quite wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (2.8 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.4)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Ricoh WG-4 GPS
Vlogging with Sony WX10
34
relatively wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
no microphone port
more heavy than competitors in class (235g)
32
quite wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow max aperture (f2.4)
display is not selfie friendly
missing external mic support
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony WX10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sony WX10
 Ricoh WG-4 GPSSony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10
General Information
Brand Ricoh Sony
Model type Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2014-02-05 2011-01-06
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - BIONZ
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
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 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias 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 files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-100mm (4.0x) 24-168mm (7.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.0-4.9 f/2.4-5.9
Macro focusing distance 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 2.8 inches
Display resolution 460k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology TFT LCD Clear Photo LCD Plus
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate 2.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 10.00 m (Auto ISO) 7.10 m
Flash options Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance 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) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic support
Headphone support
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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 235 grams (0.52 pounds) 161 grams (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") 95 x 54 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 240 images -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID D-LI92 NP-BG1
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 1 1
Retail cost $210 $200