Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Announced January 2009
(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
- Launched February 2015
- Superseded the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- New Model is Ricoh WG-6

Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Overview
Following is a in-depth assessment of the Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Kodak and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Z915 (10MP) and WG-5 GPS (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Z915 was brought out 7 years before the WG-5 GPS which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the Z915 matches up against the WG-5 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Z915 | WG-5 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Kodak Z915
WG-5 GPS | Z915 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 74 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Z915 | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Kodak Z915 provides exterior dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has specifications of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z915 against the WG-5 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z915 and WG-5 GPS is 91 and 90 respectively.

Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The pic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z915 and WG-5 GPS.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to provide extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged Z915 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Ricoh |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 14.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | 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 | 194g (0.43 lb) | 236g (0.52 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $200 | $500 |