Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung DV300F

The following is a in depth assessment of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung DV300F, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-5 GPS was released 3 years after the DV300F which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WG-5 GPS scores against the DV300F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung DV300F. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS comes with outside 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) and the Samsung DV300F has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-5 GPS vs the DV300F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WG-5 GPS and DV300F is 90 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-5 GPS and DV300F.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you will want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher WG-5 GPS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.