Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony W330

Here is a extensive review of the Ricoh WG-4 and Sony W330, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the W330 (14MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 was brought out 4 years later than the W330 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the WG-4 grades versus the W330 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-4 enjoys outside dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony W330 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-4 and Sony W330 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-4 versus the W330.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 and W330 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-4 and W330.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-4 to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher WG-4 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.