Panasonic FP5 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic FP5 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was manufactured 5 years before the WG-5 GPS and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FP5 grades against the WG-5 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FP5 offers exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has specifications of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP5 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FP5 and the WG-5 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FP5 and WG-5 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP5 and WG-5 GPS.

Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older FP5 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.