Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung NX5

In this write-up, we are matching up the Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Samsung NX5, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is fairly similar but the WG-4 GPS (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The WG-4 GPS was manufactured 3 years later than the NX5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the WG-4 GPS scores vs the NX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Samsung NX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS has got exterior measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX5 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-4 GPS compared to the NX5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 GPS and NX5 is 90 and 80 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 GPS and NX5.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WG-4 GPS featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS will offer more detail due to its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger WG-4 GPS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.