Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung NX5

On this page, we are evaluating the Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung NX5, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is fairly close but the WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The WG-5 GPS was announced 4 years after the NX5 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the WG-5 GPS grades vs the NX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung NX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS comes with exterior measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung NX5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-5 GPS and the NX5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-5 GPS and NX5 is 90 and 80 respectively.

Often, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-5 GPS and NX5.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-5 GPS with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS will result in greater detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern WG-5 GPS should have an edge in sensor innovation.