Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Here is a extended review of the Ricoh WG-4 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS, both Waterproof cameras and both of them are produced by Ricoh. The resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The WG-4 was revealed very close to the WG-4 GPS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WG-4 scores vs the WG-4 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-4 enjoys outside measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

See the Ricoh WG-4 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the WG-4 vs the WG-4 GPS.

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

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The photograph below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 and WG-4 GPS.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you should take the launch date of the cameras into account.