Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony RX100 III

Here is a detailed overview of the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony RX100 III, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the RX100 III (20MP) is pretty similar but the WG-4 (1/2.3") and RX100 III (1") feature different sensor sizing.

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The WG-4 was brought out 3 months earlier than the RX100 III which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the WG-4 scores versus the RX100 III in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Sony RX100 III Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 provides exterior dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony RX100 III has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).

Check the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony RX100 III in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the WG-4 versus the RX100 III.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 and RX100 III is 90 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-4 and RX100 III.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WG-4 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony RX100 III will offer you more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively.