Nikon S800c vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Below is a extensive review of the Nikon S800c vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S800c was manufactured 24 months before the WG-5 GPS making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S800c scores versus the WG-5 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S800c Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S800c has got physical dimensions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has proportions 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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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S800c against the WG-5 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S800c and WG-5 GPS is 93 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S800c and WG-5 GPS.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of photos however you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older S800c is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.