Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony H200

Let's look a bit more closely at the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony H200, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the H200 (20MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 was manufactured 14 months after the H200 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WG-4 grades versus the H200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-4 provides outer dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony H200 has proportions of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony H200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-4 and the H200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 and H200 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The image underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-4 and H200.

All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony H200 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The fresher WG-4 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.