Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony A7 II
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony A7 II 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
- Released February 2014
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 599g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Launched November 2014
- Previous Model is Sony A7
- Updated by Sony A7 III
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony A7 II Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony A7 II, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the WG-4 (16MP) and A7 II (24MP) and the WG-4 (1/2.3") and A7 II (Full frame) have different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WG-4 was announced 9 months earlier than the A7 II and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the WG-4 grades against the A7 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony A7 II Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 and Sony Alpha A7 II. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Sony A7 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Sony A7 II
WG-4 | A7 II |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7 II over the Ricoh WG-4
A7 II | WG-4 | |||
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Launched | November 2014 | February 2014 | Newer by 9 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 460k | Crisper screen (+770k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 and Sony A7 II
WG-4 | A7 II | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony A7 II Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 offers external measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony A7 II has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony A7 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-4 versus the A7 II.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 and A7 II is 90 and 69 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony A7 II Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The picture underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 and A7 II.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WG-4 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Sony A7 II will give more detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged WG-4 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony A7 II Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 | Sony Alpha A7 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh WG-4 | Sony Alpha A7 II |
Type | Waterproof | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2014-02-05 | 2014-11-20 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 117 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 lb) | 599 grams (1.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 90 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2449 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photographs | 350 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $330 | $1,456 |