Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony A450

Here, we will be matching up the Ricoh WG-4 and Sony A450, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the A450 (14MP) is relatively similar but the WG-4 (1/2.3") and A450 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The WG-4 was revealed 4 years after the A450 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the WG-4 grades against the A450 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 has outer dimensions 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 Sony A450 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Check the Ricoh WG-4 and Sony A450 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-4 compared to the A450.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 and A450 is 90 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The pic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-4 and A450.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-4 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Ricoh WG-4 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger WG-4 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.