Nikon S5300 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon S5300 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S5300 (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was manufactured 13 months prior to the WG-5 GPS making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S5300 scores vs the WG-5 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5300 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S5300 Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5300 comes with outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S5300 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S5300 versus the WG-5 GPS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5300 and WG-5 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through specs. The visual underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S5300 and WG-5 GPS.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you really should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older S5300 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.