Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony NEX-5N

Below, we will be contrasting the Ricoh WG-4 versus Sony NEX-5N, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the NEX-5N (16MP) is relatively well matched but the WG-4 (1/2.3") and NEX-5N (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The WG-4 was announced 2 years later than the NEX-5N and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the WG-4 matches up against the NEX-5N for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 and Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Sony NEX-5N Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-4 features physical dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5N has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-4 versus Sony NEX-5N in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-4 against the NEX-5N.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 and NEX-5N is 90 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-4 and NEX-5N.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The WG-4 contains the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field harder. The fresher WG-4 provides a benefit in sensor technology.