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Nikon Z5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Portability
62 Imaging
74 Features
86 Overall
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Nikon Z5 front
 
Ricoh WG-4 GPS front
Portability
90 Imaging
39 Features
43 Overall
40

Nikon Z5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs

Nikon Z5
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
  • Released July 2020
Ricoh WG-4 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
  • Introduced February 2014
  • Later Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Nikon Z5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview

Let's look a little more in depth at the Nikon Z5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and WG-4 GPS (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The Z5 was revealed 6 years after the WG-4 GPS which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Z5 scores against the WG-4 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS

          

          

            
 Z5 WG-4 GPS 
IntroducedJuly 2020February 2014More modern by 79 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution1040k460kCrisper display (+580k dot)
Touch friendly display  Easily navigate
          

        


        

          

            
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Nikon Z5

          

          

            
 WG-4 GPS Z5 
          

        


        

          

            
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS

          

          

            
 Z5 WG-4 GPS 
Manually focus  Dial exact focus
Selfie screen  Missing selfie screen
          

        

        

	
	
	
	

        

          

            
Nikon Z5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison

          

          

            
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z5 enjoys physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Z5 and the WG-4 GPS.
Nikon Z5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS size comparison
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and WG-4 GPS is 62 and 90 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS top view buttons comparison          

        


        

          

            
Nikon Z5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison

          

          

            
In many cases, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and WG-4 GPS.
Clearly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z5 with its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z5 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger Z5 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

            Nikon Z5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS sensor size comparison
          

        


        

          

            
Nikon Z5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

          

          

                      

          Nikon Z5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison        


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Photography Type Scores

          

        

        
Portrait Comparison
Nikon Z5 Portrait photography factors
Ricoh WG-4 GPS Portrait photography factors
84
 has manual focus
 decent megapixels (24MP)
 great sensor size (Full frame)
 comes with face detect focus
 delivers RAW formats
40
 manual focus
 resolution is good (16MP)
 features face detect focus
 no manual control
 cannot use external flash
 sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison
Street photography with Nikon Z5
Street photography with Ricoh WG-4 GPS
73
 screen tilts up and down
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 great sensor size (Full frame)
 delivers RAW formats
 boasts touch to focus
 weather sealing
 great ISO range (51,200)
 heavier than competitors (675 grams)
58
 image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 environment proofing
 fixed screen
 sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW files
 more heavy than average (235g)
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Sports Comparison
 Nikon Z5 as a Sports photography camera
 Ricoh WG-4 GPS as a Sports photography camera
81
 maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 decent megapixels (24MP)
 great sensor size (Full frame)
 comes with tracking focus
 weather sealing
 better than average battery life (470 shots)
 sensor has phase detect auto focus
 slow continuous shooting (4.5 fps)
44
 image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 resolution is good (16 megapixels)
 features tracking focus
 environment proofing
 low fps (2.0 fps)
 sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
 terrible battery power (240 per charge)
 lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison
Nikon Z5 Travel photography features
Ricoh WG-4 GPS Travel photography features
68
 better than average battery life (470 CIPA)
 weather sealing
 has bluetooth
 boasts touch to focus
 decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
 heavier than competitors (675 grams)
 does not have a selfie friendly screen
68
 environment proofing
 resolution is good (16 megapixels)
 has built in flash
 fairly wide (25mm)
 very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
 terrible battery power (240 CIPA)
 more heavy than average (235g)
 display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison
Nikon Z5 Landscape photography features
Ricoh WG-4 GPS Landscape photography features
85
 has manual focus
 change lenses (Nikon Z mount)
 pretty good screen size (3.2")
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
 great sensor size (Full frame)
 great ISO range (51,200)
 delivers RAW formats
 weather sealing
 better than average battery life (470 shots)
 2 card slots
53
 manual focus
 fairly wide (25mm)
 very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
 screen size is good (3 inches)
 image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 resolution is good (16 megapixels)
 environment proofing
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 no manual control
 sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW files
 terrible battery power (240 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison
Nikon Z5 Vlogging highlights
Ricoh WG-4 GPS Vlogging highlights
34
 touchscreen enabled
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 comes with face detect focus
 video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
 includes mic support
 does not have a selfie friendly screen
 heavier than competitors (675g)
34
 fairly wide (25mm)
 very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
 image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 features face detect focus
 high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
 display isn't selfie friendly
 no microphone port
 more heavy than average (235 grams)
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Nikon Z5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications

          

          

                      


          

            Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z5 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
 Nikon Z5Ricoh WG-4 GPS
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Ricoh
Model Nikon Z5 Ricoh WG-4 GPS
Class Advanced Mirrorless Waterproof
Released 2020-07-20 2014-02-05
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed 6 -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 35.9 x 23.9mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 858.0mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 4:3 and  16:9
Highest resolution 6016 x 4016 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 51200 6400
Highest boosted ISO 102400 -
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW files    
Minimum boosted ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Autofocus touch    
Continuous autofocus    
Autofocus single    
Tracking autofocus    
Selective autofocus    
Autofocus center weighted    
Autofocus multi area    
Autofocus live view    
Face detect focus    
Contract detect focus    
Phase detect focus    
Number of focus points 273 9
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon Z fixed lens
Lens focal range - 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/2.0-4.9
Macro focus range - 1cm
Total lenses 15 -
Focal length multiplier 1 5.8
Screen
Display type Tilting Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3.2 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch operation    
Display tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed 4.5 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Expose Manually    
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash range no built-in flash 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye
External flash    
AE bracketing    
White balance bracketing    
Highest flash sync 1/200s -
Exposure
Multisegment    
Average    
Spot    
Partial    
AF area    
Center weighted    
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p)
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Microphone jack    
Headphone jack    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 675 gr (1.49 pounds) 235 gr (0.52 pounds)
Dimensions 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 470 pictures 240 pictures
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL15c D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting    
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Storage slots Dual 1
Retail pricing $1,399 $210