Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung GX-20

Let's take a more detailed look at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Samsung GX-20, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is pretty similar but the WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The WG-5 GPS was introduced 7 years after the GX-20 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the WG-5 GPS grades against the GX-20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Samsung GX-20. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS provides 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 Samsung GX-20 has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-5 GPS against the GX-20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-5 GPS and GX-20 is 90 and 58 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The pic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-5 GPS and GX-20.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-5 GPS using its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS will deliver greater detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern WG-5 GPS should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.