Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB35F

Its time to look much closer at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB35F, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-5 GPS was announced 14 months later than the WB35F which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the WG-5 GPS grades vs the WB35F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Samsung WB35F. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Samsung WB35F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS enjoys physical dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Samsung WB35F has measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-5 GPS compared to the WB35F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-5 GPS and WB35F is 90 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-5 GPS and WB35F.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of files but you should always consider the age of the products into consideration. The fresher WG-5 GPS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.