Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

In this article, we will be looking at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-5 GPS was brought out 2 years after the Galaxy Camera 4G which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the WG-5 GPS grades versus the Galaxy Camera 4G for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS has physical dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-5 GPS against the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-5 GPS and Galaxy Camera 4G is 90 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-5 GPS and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you will need to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more recent WG-5 GPS provides a benefit in sensor tech.