Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony TF1

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony TF1, both Waterproof digital cameras by brands Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 was manufactured 8 months later than the TF1 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the WG-4 scores against the TF1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 features outer dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-4 against the TF1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 and TF1 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-4 and TF1.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of photos however you may want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern WG-4 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.