Ricoh CX5 vs Ricoh WG-20

Below is a detailed comparison of the Ricoh CX5 versus Ricoh WG-20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and both are sold by Ricoh. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and WG-20 (14MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The CX5 was unveiled 3 years before the WG-20 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the CX5 matches up vs the WG-20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX5 & Ricoh WG-20. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX5 has got outer measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-20 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh CX5 versus Ricoh WG-20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the CX5 and the WG-20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX5 and WG-20 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the CX5 and WG-20.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Ricoh WG-20 to show more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older CX5 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.