Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung ST95

On this page, we will be evaluating the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Samsung ST95, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the ST95 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-5 GPS was announced 4 years later than the ST95 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the WG-5 GPS matches up versus the ST95 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung ST95. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery and Samsung ST95 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS comes with physical measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST95 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Samsung ST95 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-5 GPS vs the ST95.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-5 GPS and ST95 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-5 GPS and ST95.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos but you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern WG-5 GPS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.