Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon AW130 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by brands Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The AW130 was revealed around the same time to the WG-5 GPS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the AW130 grades vs the WG-5 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW130 & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon AW130 Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon AW130 offers outer dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the AW130 versus the WG-5 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW130 and WG-5 GPS is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW130 and WG-5 GPS.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you should take the launch date of the products into consideration.