Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony NEX-3N
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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony NEX-3N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Older Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Successor is Ricoh WG-6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 62 x 35mm
- Released February 2013
- Replaced the Sony NEX-F3
- Refreshed by Sony a5000
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony NEX-3N Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony NEX-3N, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is very similar but the WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") and NEX-3N (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe WG-5 GPS was introduced 24 months after the NEX-3N making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the WG-5 GPS grades vs the NEX-3N in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony NEX-3N Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Sony NEX-3N
WG-5 GPS | NEX-3N | |||
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Released | February 2015 | February 2013 | Newer by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
NEX-3N | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Sony NEX-3N
WG-5 GPS | NEX-3N | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony NEX-3N Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS offers outside measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3N has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony NEX-3N in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-5 GPS against the NEX-3N.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-5 GPS and NEX-3N is 90 and 89 respectively.
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony NEX-3N Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The picture here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-5 GPS and NEX-3N.
As you have seen, both cameras provide the same megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The WG-5 GPS offers the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field harder. The more modern WG-5 GPS provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony NEX-3N Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony NEX-3N Specifications
Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Sony Alpha NEX-3N | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Sony Alpha NEX-3N |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2015-02-10 | 2013-02-25 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
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 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 lb) | 269 gr (0.59 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 110 x 62 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1067 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | 480 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $500 | $399 |