Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony NEX-F3
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony NEX-F3 Key Specs
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- 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
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Launched August 2012
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-C3
- New Model is Sony NEX-3N
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony NEX-F3 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony NEX-F3, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is very similar but the WG-4 (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe WG-4 was revealed 18 months later than the NEX-F3 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the WG-4 grades versus the NEX-F3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony NEX-F3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-4 and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Sony NEX-F3
WG-4 | NEX-F3 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | August 2012 | Fresher by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Ricoh WG-4
NEX-F3 | WG-4 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 and Sony NEX-F3
WG-4 | NEX-F3 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-4 has exterior dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony NEX-F3 has sizing of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony NEX-F3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-4 versus the NEX-F3.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 and NEX-F3 is 90 and 86 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-4 and NEX-F3.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The WG-4 includes the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh harder. The fresher WG-4 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-4 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-02-05 | 2012-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160s |
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 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 pounds) | 314 grams (0.69 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1114 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | 470 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $330 | $470 |