Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony WX80

Lets examine more in depth at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony WX80, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 GPS was announced 14 months later than the WX80 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the WG-4 GPS scores versus the WX80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS enjoys exterior dimensions 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 WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sony WX80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-4 GPS and the WX80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 GPS and WX80 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The photograph below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-4 GPS and WX80.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher WG-4 GPS should have a benefit in sensor tech.