Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Ricoh WG-50

The following is a extended assessment of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Ricoh WG-50, both Waterproof cameras and both of them are sold by Ricoh. The resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-5 GPS was unveiled 3 years earlier than the WG-50 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the WG-5 GPS matches up versus the WG-50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Ricoh WG-50. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS provides physical dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-50 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-5 GPS compared to the WG-50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-5 GPS and WG-50 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-5 GPS and WG-50.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you would want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged WG-5 GPS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.