Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS2 was introduced 6 years prior to the WG-5 GPS which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the TS2 scores versus the WG-5 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS2 Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS2 has physical measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the TS2 vs the WG-5 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS2 and WG-5 GPS is 93 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TS2 and WG-5 GPS.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to give you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged TS2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.