Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony TX20
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony TX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Announced February 2012
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony TX20 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Ricoh WG-4 versus Sony TX20, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe WG-4 was revealed 24 months after the TX20 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the WG-4 matches up versus the TX20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony TX20 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Sony TX20
WG-4 | TX20 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | February 2012 | Newer by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Ricoh WG-4
TX20 | WG-4 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 and Sony TX20
WG-4 | TX20 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-4 features external measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-4 versus Sony TX20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-4 compared to the TX20.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 and TX20 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 and TX20.
As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger WG-4 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony TX20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony TX20 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2014-02-05 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 pounds) | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 images | 250 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $330 | $330 |