Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony HX5

On this page, we will be reviewing the Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony HX5, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") posses different sensor measurements.

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The WG-5 GPS was introduced 4 years after the HX5 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the WG-5 GPS scores versus the HX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Sony HX5 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS has exterior 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 HX5 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony HX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-5 GPS vs the HX5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-5 GPS and HX5 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The image underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-5 GPS and HX5.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-5 GPS using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS will give greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The newer WG-5 GPS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.