Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL320

Below is a extended analysis of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung TL320, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and TL320 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-5 GPS was introduced 6 years later than the TL320 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the WG-5 GPS grades vs the TL320 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Samsung TL320. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Samsung TL320 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS comes with external 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 TL320 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-5 GPS and the TL320.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WG-5 GPS and TL320 is 90 and 98 respectively.

Often, its hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-5 GPS and TL320.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to show greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger WG-5 GPS will have a benefit in sensor tech.