Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed August 2009
(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
- Launched February 2015
- Old Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Renewed by Ricoh WG-6
Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Overview
Below, we are comparing the Ricoh CX2 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both are sold by Ricoh. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and WG-5 GPS (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe CX2 was unveiled 6 years before the WG-5 GPS which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the CX2 matches up vs the WG-5 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX2 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
CX2 | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Ricoh CX2
WG-5 GPS | CX2 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | August 2009 | More modern by 66 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX2 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS
CX2 | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX2 has outside dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has measurements 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 Ricoh CX2 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the CX2 and the WG-5 GPS.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and WG-5 GPS is 93 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the CX2 and WG-5 GPS.
Plainly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to offer you extra detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged CX2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Specifications
Ricoh CX2 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model | Ricoh CX2 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-08-20 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | 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 | 9 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 14.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m (ISO 400) | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 lbs) | 236g (0.52 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" 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 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DB-70 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $341 | $500 |