Panasonic S1R vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Here is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic S1R and Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1R was unveiled 4 years later than the WG-5 GPS and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the S1R grades against the WG-5 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1R comes with outer measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1R and Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S1R against the WG-5 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S1R and WG-5 GPS is 54 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The visual below might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S1R and WG-5 GPS.

To sum up, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1R with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S1R will give you more detail having an extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer S1R will have an edge in sensor innovation.