Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Released July 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Earlier Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Later Model is Ricoh WG-6
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Overview
Below is a detailed review of the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Ricoh WG-5 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe WG-3 GPS was manufactured 19 months prior to the WG-5 GPS making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the WG-3 GPS scores vs the WG-5 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
WG-3 GPS | WG-5 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
WG-5 GPS | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | July 2013 | More recent by 19 months |
Common features in the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Ricoh WG-5 GPS
WG-3 GPS | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-3 GPS comes with outside dimensions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) while 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).
Contrast the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-3 GPS and the WG-5 GPS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 GPS and WG-5 GPS is 90 and 90 respectively.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 GPS and WG-5 GPS.
To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older WG-3 GPS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Specifications
Pentax WG-3 GPS | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model type | Pentax WG-3 GPS | Ricoh WG-5 GPS |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-07-19 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 14.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 238 grams (0.52 lbs) | 236 grams (0.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photos | 240 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $350 | $500 |