Canon S90 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

On this page, we are matching up the Canon S90 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S90 (10MP) and WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the S90 (1/1.7") and WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The S90 was launched 5 years prior to the WG-5 GPS and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the S90 scores against the WG-5 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S90 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon S90 Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon S90 comes with external measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has sizing of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Canon S90 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S90 and the WG-5 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S90 and WG-5 GPS is 92 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S90 and WG-5 GPS.

Plainly, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S90 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older S90 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.