Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony W290

The following is a extended analysis of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Sony W290, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and W290 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-5 GPS was revealed 6 years after the W290 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the WG-5 GPS grades versus the W290 with regards 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-W290. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS provides external measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-5 GPS versus the W290.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-5 GPS and W290 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-5 GPS and W290.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger WG-5 GPS will have an advantage in sensor technology.