Panasonic GH4 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic GH4 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the GH4 (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is pretty well matched but the GH4 (Four Thirds) and WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The GH4 was unveiled 12 months before the WG-5 GPS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the GH4 scores against the WG-5 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH4 Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH4 enjoys exterior measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs) whilst 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).

Contrast the Panasonic GH4 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the GH4 against the WG-5 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GH4 and WG-5 GPS is 66 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The photograph below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GH4 and WG-5 GPS.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The GH4 comes with the bigger sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The older GH4 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.