Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sony WX50

Here is a thorough assessment of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Sony WX50, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-5 GPS was announced 3 years later than the WX50 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the WG-5 GPS matches up vs the WX50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS offers external dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Sony WX50 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Sony WX50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the WG-5 GPS compared to the WX50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-5 GPS and WX50 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-5 GPS and WX50.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos but you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent WG-5 GPS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.