Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
- Released February 2015
- Old Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Later Model is Ricoh WG-6

Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Fujifilm T550 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm T550 was revealed 3 years earlier than the WG-5 GPS which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm T550 grades versus the WG-5 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix T550 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm T550 Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Fujifilm T550 | WG-5 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Fujifilm T550
WG-5 GPS | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 25 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Fujifilm T550 | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm T550 has external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm T550 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm T550 and the WG-5 GPS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm T550 and WG-5 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The image here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T550 and WG-5 GPS.
As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm T550 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm T550 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 14.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136 grams (0.30 lbs) | 236 grams (0.52 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $160 | $500 |