Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony HX400V
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony HX400V Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Launched February 2014
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- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 660g - 130 x 93 x 103mm
- Launched February 2014
- Replaced the Sony HX300
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony HX400V Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony HX400V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe WG-4 was introduced at a similar time to the HX400V so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the WG-4 matches up against the HX400V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony HX400V Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Sony HX400V
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Reasons to pick Sony HX400V over the Ricoh WG-4
HX400V | WG-4 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 and Sony HX400V
WG-4 | HX400V | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | February 2014 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony HX400V Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 features physical measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony HX400V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-4 and the HX400V.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 and HX400V is 90 and 62 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony HX400V Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 and HX400V.
Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX400V to offer you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively.
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony HX400V Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh WG-4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-02-05 | 2014-02-12 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 8.50 m (ISO Auto) |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Flash Off / Autoflash / Fill-flash / Slow Sync. / Advanced Flash / Rear Sync. / Wireless (with optional compliant flash) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 lb) | 660g (1.46 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 130 x 93 x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photographs | 300 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $330 | $448 |