Fujifilm XP90 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Following is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP90 was revealed 12 months after the WG-5 GPS which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm XP90 matches up against the WG-5 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm XP90 & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP90 Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP90 enjoys outer measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP90 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 compared to the WG-5 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP90 and WG-5 GPS is 91 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP90 and WG-5 GPS.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos although you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger Fujifilm XP90 will have an edge in sensor innovation.