Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony A7R IV

In this article, we are reviewing the Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony A7R IV, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the WG-6 (20MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the WG-6 (1/2.3") and A7R IV (Full frame) possess different sensor measurements.

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The WG-6 was announced 17 months prior to the A7R IV making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the WG-6 matches up vs the A7R IV with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-6 & Sony Alpha A7R IV. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery & Sony A7R IV Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-6 offers physical measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony A7R IV has sizing of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-6 against the A7R IV.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-6 and A7R IV is 89 and 62 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The pic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-6 and A7R IV.

To sum up, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WG-6 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A7R IV will provide extra detail with its extra 41MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged WG-6 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.