Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony TX55

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Sony TX55, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-5 GPS was launched 3 years later than the TX55 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WG-5 GPS matches up against the TX55 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS comes with exterior measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Sony TX55 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Sony TX55 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-5 GPS versus the TX55.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-5 GPS and TX55 is 90 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-5 GPS and TX55.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you should always consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern WG-5 GPS provides an advantage in sensor tech.