Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung NX500

Lets look more closely at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung NX500, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") and NX500 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The WG-5 GPS was launched around the same time to the NX500 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the WG-5 GPS grades vs the NX500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung NX500. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery and Samsung NX500 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS offers outer measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX500 has measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung NX500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-5 GPS compared to the NX500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-5 GPS and NX500 is 90 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-5 GPS and NX500.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WG-5 GPS featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX500 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively.