Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB150F
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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB150F 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
- Released February 2015
- Earlier Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Replacement is Ricoh WG-6
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2012

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB150F Overview
Following is a complete review of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Samsung WB150F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The WG-5 GPS was released 3 years after the WB150F which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the WG-5 GPS scores versus the WB150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung WB150F. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Samsung WB150F
WG-5 GPS | WB150F | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 38 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
WB150F | WG-5 GPS |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung WB150F
WG-5 GPS | WB150F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS comes with outer 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) and the Samsung WB150F has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Samsung WB150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-5 GPS and the WB150F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-5 GPS and WB150F is 90 and 93 respectively.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-5 GPS and WB150F.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern WG-5 GPS should have an advantage in sensor tech.

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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Samsung WB150F |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2015-02-10 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 236g (0.52 lb) | 188g (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $500 | $230 |