Pentax X-5 vs Ricoh WG-4

Here is a thorough analysis of the Pentax X-5 vs Ricoh WG-4, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was brought out 17 months earlier than the WG-4 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the X-5 matches up versus the WG-4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X-5 & Ricoh WG-4. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax X-5 offers outer dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the X-5 and the WG-4.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and WG-4 is 65 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The visual underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the X-5 and WG-4.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs however you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older X-5 is going to be behind in sensor tech.