FujiFilm AV250 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

In this write-up, we are analyzing the FujiFilm AV250 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was revealed 5 years earlier than the WG-5 GPS and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the AV250 matches up versus the WG-5 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AV250 has physical measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm AV250 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the AV250 against the WG-5 GPS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and WG-5 GPS is 94 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The visual here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the AV250 and WG-5 GPS.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs although you should always consider the age of the products into consideration. The older AV250 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.