Clicky

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Portability
90
Imaging
41
Features
44
Overall
42
Ricoh WG-5 GPS front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs

Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
  • Introduced February 2015
  • Superseded the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
  • Renewed by Ricoh WG-6
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Announced August 2012
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The WG-5 GPS was announced 2 years later than the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the WG-5 GPS grades versus the Galaxy Camera 3G with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone
	
	

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 WG-5 GPS Galaxy Camera 3G 
AnnouncedFebruary 2015August 2012Fresher by 30 months
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Screen resolution460k0kSharper screen (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS

 Galaxy Camera 3G WG-5 GPS 
Screen dimensions4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 WG-5 GPS Galaxy Camera 3G 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS provides physical measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-5 GPS compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WG-5 GPS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 90 and 90 respectively.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-5 GPS and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of photos but you need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent WG-5 GPS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-5 GPS Portrait photography details
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Portrait photography details
41
you can focus manually
MP count good (16MP)
supports face detection autofocus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
30
megapixel count decent (16MP)
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Street Comparison

Street photography with Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Street photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
59
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
more heavy than average (236g)
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (305 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sports photography information
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sports photography information
49
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
environment proofing
small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (240 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
45
great zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-5 GPS as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Travel photography camera
69
environment proofing
MP count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
quite wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
terrible battery power (240 shots)
more heavy than average (236 grams)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
72
lighter than competition in class (305 grams)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
really wide (23mm)
great reach (481mm)
fast max aperture (f)
no Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-5 GPS Landscape photography details
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Landscape photography details
54
you can focus manually
quite wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
terrible battery power (240 shots)
47
really wide (23mm)
fast max aperture (f)
screen larger than average (4.8")
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual exposure
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-5 GPS Vlogging details
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Vlogging details
34
quite wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detection autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
missing external microphone jack
more heavy than average (236 grams)
37
really wide (23mm)
fast max aperture (f)
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (305g)
screen is not selfie friendly
no external mic socket
Photography Glossary

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
 Ricoh WG-5 GPSSamsung Galaxy Camera 3G
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Samsung
Model type Ricoh WG-5 GPS Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2015-02-10 2012-08-29
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - 1.4GHz Quad-Core
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 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 -
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 125 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-100mm (4.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Maximum aperture f/2.0-4.9 -
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 4.8"
Screen resolution 460k dots 0k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds -
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds -
Continuous shooting rate 14.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye no built-in flash
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS BuiltIn BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 236g (0.52 lbs) 305g (0.67 lbs)
Physical dimensions 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID D-LI92 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) -
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Card slots One One
Price at launch $500 $606