Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-6
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Announced February 2018
- Superseded the Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-6 Overview
Following is a in depth assessment of the Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-6, both Waterproof cameras and both are created by Ricoh. The image resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The WG-4 was unveiled 5 years before the WG-6 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the WG-4 grades against the WG-6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-6 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 and Ricoh WG-6. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Ricoh WG-6
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Ricoh WG-4
WG-6 | WG-4 | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | ![]() | February 2014 | More modern by 49 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 and Ricoh WG-6
WG-4 | WG-6 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-6 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 provides external measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-6 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).
See the Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-4 against the WG-6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 and WG-6 is 90 and 89 respectively.

Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-6 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The image here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 and WG-6.
As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-6 to provide greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged WG-4 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-6 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 | Ricoh WG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model type | Ricoh WG-4 | Ricoh WG-6 |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2014-02-05 | 2018-02-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Flash on, flash off |
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) | 3840x2160 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 pounds) | 246 grams (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots | 340 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $330 | $271 |