Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony S950

Below, we are looking at the Ricoh WG-4 versus Sony S950, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the WG-4 (16MP) and S950 (10MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 was brought out 5 years later than the S950 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the WG-4 scores versus the S950 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, 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") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony S950 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-4 versus Sony S950 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the WG-4 versus the S950.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 and S950 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The graphic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-4 and S950.

All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-4 to offer greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The newer WG-4 will have an advantage in sensor technology.