Canon A1300 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon A1300 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1300 was introduced 4 years prior to the WG-5 GPS which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A1300 grades against the WG-5 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1300 & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A1300 Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A1300 provides outer dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the A1300 versus the WG-5 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1300 and WG-5 GPS is 93 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1300 and WG-5 GPS.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged A1300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.