Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL205
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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(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
- Announced February 2015
- Earlier Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Newer Model is Ricoh WG-6
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Other Name is PL100

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL205 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL205, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and TL205 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The WG-5 GPS was launched 5 years after the TL205 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the WG-5 GPS matches up versus the TL205 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Samsung TL205. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Samsung TL205
WG-5 GPS | TL205 | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 63 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
TL205 | WG-5 GPS |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung TL205
WG-5 GPS | TL205 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS features external 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 TL205 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL205 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-5 GPS against the TL205.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-5 GPS and TL205 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The image here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-5 GPS and TL205.
To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern WG-5 GPS will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Samsung TL205 |
Also Known as | - | PL100 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-02-10 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 236 gr (0.52 lbs) | 177 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $500 | $180 |