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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung PL120

Portability
90
Imaging
41
Features
44
Overall
42
Ricoh WG-5 GPS front
 
Samsung PL120 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs

Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
  • Revealed February 2015
  • Succeeded the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
  • Newer Model is Ricoh WG-6
Samsung PL120
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2011
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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung PL120 Overview

On this page, we will be evaluating the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Samsung PL120, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-5 GPS was announced 4 years later than the PL120 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the WG-5 GPS grades versus the PL120 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Samsung PL120

 WG-5 GPS PL120 
LaunchedFebruary 2015January 2011Fresher by 50 months
Focus manually More precise focus
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS

 PL120 WG-5 GPS 

Common features in the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung PL120

 WG-5 GPS PL120 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will have 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") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Samsung PL120 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Samsung PL120 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the WG-5 GPS compared to the PL120.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung PL120 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-5 GPS and PL120 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung PL120 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-5 GPS and PL120.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to deliver more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher WG-5 GPS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung PL120 sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung PL120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-5 GPS Portrait photography features
Samsung PL120 Portrait photography features
41
manual focus
decent megapixels (16MP)
comes with face detect focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
28
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Street photography with Samsung PL120
59
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
more heavy than others in class (236 grams)
49
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sports photography advice
Samsung PL120 Sports photography advice
49
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
environment proofing
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (240 shots)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
26
megapixel count good (14MP)
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-5 GPS as a Travel photography camera
Samsung PL120 as a Travel photography camera
69
environment proofing
decent megapixels (16MP)
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
terrible battery pack (240 per charge)
more heavy than others in class (236 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
71
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
great max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse recording
does not posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-5 GPS Landscape photography details
Samsung PL120 Landscape photography details
54
manual focus
really wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
screen size is decent (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual exposure
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
terrible battery pack (240 shots)
33
great max aperture (f)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-5 GPS Vlogging information
Samsung PL120 Vlogging information
34
really wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
screen isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have microphone port
more heavy than others in class (236 grams)
31
great max aperture (f)
includes microphone support
does not posses selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung PL120 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung PL120
 Ricoh WG-5 GPSSamsung PL120
General Information
Brand Name Ricoh Samsung
Model type Ricoh WG-5 GPS Samsung PL120
Category Waterproof Ultracompact
Revealed 2015-02-10 2011-01-05
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 -
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-100mm (4.0x) ()
Max aperture f/2.0-4.9 -
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 14.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) -
Flash settings Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 236g (0.52 lb) -
Physical dimensions 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 photos -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID D-LI92 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) -
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal -
Card slots 1 -
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