Nikon S32 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S32 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is fairly close but the S32 (1/3") and WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The S32 was brought out 12 months before the WG-5 GPS and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S32 matches up versus the WG-5 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S32 Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S32 comes with exterior dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S32 vs the WG-5 GPS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and WG-5 GPS is 90 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The visual here may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S32 and WG-5 GPS.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S32 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS will provide you with greater detail having its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older S32 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.