Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony W230

Here is a detailed review of the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony W230, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the WG-4 (16MP) and W230 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 was revealed 5 years later than the W230 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the WG-4 matches up vs the W230 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 has got physical measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony W230 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-4 against the W230.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 and W230 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The photograph here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 and W230.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Ricoh WG-4 to produce more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent WG-4 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.