Fujifilm XP130 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

The following is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm XP130 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP130 (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP130 was unveiled 2 years after the WG-5 GPS which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm XP130 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm XP130 grades vs the WG-5 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP130 & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP130 Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP130 enjoys external measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XP130 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XP130 and the WG-5 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP130 and WG-5 GPS is 91 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The pic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP130 and WG-5 GPS.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you might want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger Fujifilm XP130 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.