Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony WX5

Here, we are matching up the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Sony WX5, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and WX5 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-5 GPS was revealed 4 years later than the WX5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the WG-5 GPS scores against the WX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS offers physical measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sony WX5 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-5 GPS vs the WX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-5 GPS and WX5 is 90 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-5 GPS and WX5.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to resolve greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher WG-5 GPS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.