Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic TS5 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS5 was launched 19 months prior to the WG-5 GPS making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the TS5 grades against the WG-5 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS5 offers external measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS5 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the TS5 vs the WG-5 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS5 and WG-5 GPS is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The image here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TS5 and WG-5 GPS.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of files though you should take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged TS5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.