Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung PL210

In this write-up, we are matching up the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Samsung PL210, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-5 GPS was unveiled 4 years later than the PL210 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the WG-5 GPS scores vs the PL210 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Samsung PL210. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Samsung PL210 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS features external measurements 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 PL210 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-5 GPS vs the PL210.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-5 GPS and PL210 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-5 GPS and PL210.

Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to deliver extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern WG-5 GPS will have an advantage in sensor innovation.