Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Ricoh WG-6
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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Ricoh WG-6 Key Specs
(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
- Older Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Successor is Ricoh WG-6
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Announced February 2018
- Superseded the Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Ricoh WG-6 Overview
Below is a in-depth assessment of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Ricoh WG-6, both Waterproof digital cameras and they are both built by Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The WG-5 GPS was announced 4 years prior to the WG-6 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the WG-5 GPS matches up versus the WG-6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Ricoh WG-6 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Ricoh WG-6. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Ricoh WG-6
WG-5 GPS | WG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
WG-6 | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | ![]() | February 2015 | More recent by 36 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Ricoh WG-6
WG-5 GPS | WG-6 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Ricoh WG-6 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS features outer measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-6 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Ricoh WG-6 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-5 GPS and the WG-6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-5 GPS and WG-6 is 90 and 89 respectively.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Ricoh WG-6 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-5 GPS and WG-6.
All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Ricoh WG-6 to resolve extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older WG-5 GPS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Ricoh WG-6 Specifications
Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Ricoh WG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model type | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Ricoh WG-6 |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2015-02-10 | 2018-02-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Flash on, flash off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 3840x2160 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | BuiltIn | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 236g (0.52 pounds) | 246g (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photographs | 340 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $500 | $271 |