Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung GX-1S

Here is a extensive assessment of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung GX-1S, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The WG-5 GPS was released 9 years later than the GX-1S and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the WG-5 GPS scores against the GX-1S for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung GX-1S. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS provides physical measurements 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 Samsung GX-1S has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung GX-1S in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-5 GPS versus the GX-1S.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-5 GPS and GX-1S is 90 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The visual here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-5 GPS and GX-1S.

All in all, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WG-5 GPS featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher WG-5 GPS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.