Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony A58

Here is a in-depth overview of the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony A58, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the A58 (20MP) is fairly similar but the WG-4 (1/2.3") and A58 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-4 was brought out 3 months later than the A58 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the WG-4 scores versus the A58 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 and Sony SLT-A58. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-4 features external measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony A58 has proportions of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sony A58 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the WG-4 versus the A58.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 and A58 is 90 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The photograph here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 and A58.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-4 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony A58 will offer more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively.