Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony W220

Its time to take a closer look at the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony W220, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the WG-4 (16MP) and W220 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 was introduced 5 years later than the W220 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the WG-4 scores against the W220 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-W220. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-4 provides physical dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony W220 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-4 against the W220.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 and W220 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-4 and W220.

As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-4 to deliver greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent WG-4 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.