Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB750
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93 Imaging
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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB750 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
- Introduced February 2015
- Older Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Successor is Ricoh WG-6
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 25mm
- Introduced September 2011

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB750 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB750, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and WB750 (13MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The WG-5 GPS was manufactured 3 years later than the WB750 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the WG-5 GPS grades vs the WB750 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB750 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung WB750. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Samsung WB750
WG-5 GPS | WB750 | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | September 2011 | More recent by 42 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB750 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
WB750 | WG-5 GPS |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Samsung WB750
WG-5 GPS | WB750 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB750 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS features exterior dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB750 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB750 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-5 GPS compared to the WB750.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-5 GPS and WB750 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB750 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-5 GPS and WB750.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to produce greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent WG-5 GPS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Samsung WB750 Specifications
Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Samsung WB750 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Samsung WB750 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-02-10 | 2011-09-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 13MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4096 x 3072 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
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 support | 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 | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | On, Off, Fill, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320x 240 fps (30/15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 236 grams (0.52 lb) | 193 grams (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 105 x 59 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $500 | $339 |