Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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![Pentax Optio I-10 front Pentax Optio I-10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-I-10/Pentax-I-10-front.jpg)
![Ricoh WG-5 GPS front Ricoh WG-5 GPS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-WG-5-GPS/Ricoh-WG-5-GPS-front.jpg)
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Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Replaced the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Refreshed by Ricoh WG-6
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Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the I-10 (12MP) and WG-5 GPS (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The I-10 was manufactured 6 years before the WG-5 GPS and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the I-10 grades versus the WG-5 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio I-10 & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax I-10 Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
I-10 | WG-5 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Pentax I-10
WG-5 GPS | I-10 | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 61 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax I-10 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS
I-10 | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax I-10 enjoys exterior measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the I-10 versus the WG-5 GPS.
![Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS size comparison Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-I-10-vs-Ricoh-WG-5-GPS-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the I-10 and WG-5 GPS is 93 and 90 respectively.
![Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS top view buttons comparison Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-I-10-vs-Ricoh-WG-5-GPS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The visual here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the I-10 and WG-5 GPS.
To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older I-10 will be behind in sensor technology.
![Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS sensor size comparison Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-Optio-I-10-vs-Ricoh-WG-5-GPS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-I-10-vs-Ricoh-WG-5-GPS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Specifications
Pentax Optio I-10 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model | Pentax Optio I-10 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-01-25 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 14.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 153 gr (0.34 lb) | 236 gr (0.52 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $310 | $500 |