Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-70
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-70 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
- Announced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced February 2020
- Replacement is Ricoh WG-80
Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Ricoh WG-4 versus Ricoh WG-70, both Waterproof cameras and both are designed by Ricoh. The image resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WG-4 was brought out 7 years earlier than the WG-70 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the WG-4 scores versus the WG-70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 & Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery & Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Ricoh WG-70
WG-4 | WG-70 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Ricoh WG-4
WG-70 | WG-4 | |||
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Announced | February 2020 | February 2014 | Fresher by 73 months |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 and Ricoh WG-70
WG-4 | WG-70 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 has got outer dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-70 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh WG-4 versus Ricoh WG-70 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-4 versus the WG-70.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 and WG-70 is 90 and 91 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-4 and WG-70.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older WG-4 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model type | Ricoh WG-4 | Ricoh WG-70 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Announced | 2014-02-05 | 2020-02-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
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) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 lbs) | 193 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 photos | 300 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $330 | $280 |