Nikon D5200 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon D5200 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the D5200 (24MP) and WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the D5200 (APS-C) and WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The D5200 was revealed 21 months earlier than the WG-5 GPS which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon D5200 being a Compact SLR camera and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the D5200 scores versus the WG-5 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D5200 & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D5200 Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D5200 offers exterior dimensions of 129mm x 98mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the D5200 vs the WG-5 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D5200 and WG-5 GPS is 66 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D5200 and WG-5 GPS.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D5200 with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Nikon D5200 will render more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older D5200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.