Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

In this article, we will be analyzing the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, both Waterproof cameras and both are created by Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-4 GPS was manufactured 12 months prior to the WG-5 GPS and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the WG-4 GPS grades against the WG-5 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS has got external dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has specifications of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-4 GPS versus the WG-5 GPS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 GPS and WG-5 GPS is 90 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-4 GPS and WG-5 GPS.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files however you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged WG-4 GPS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.