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X5

Flagship 360° action camera with dual 1/1.28-inch sensors, 8K 30fps 360° video, 4K 60fps single-lens mode, 15m waterproofing, and AI-powered PureVideo.

$550

Launch price

Released Apr 2025

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Ricoh

WG-8

Rugged waterproof compact with 20MP 1/2.3-inch sensor, 5x 28-140mm equivalent zoom, 4K video, GPS, and macro lights.

$399

Launch price

Released Jul 2024

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X5 is 9 months newer.

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Wins

5categories

X5

★ Sports & Action

Wins

1categories

WG-8

2 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

X5 wins 4 categories·WG-8 wins 1 categories
  • BWG-8 has higher AF points / zones (9 vs 0)
  • AX5 has higher 1080p max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
  • AX5 has higher Resolution (72 MP vs 20 MP)
  • AX5 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
  • AX5 has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 125)

Key specs at a glance

X5WG-8
Resolution72 MP20 MP
Sensor1/1.28"1/2.3 inch
ISO max6,4006,400
4K60 fps30 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight200 g242 g
Battery—340 shots

Size and weight, to scale

X5 front view

X5

46 × 125 × 38 mm

200 g (0.44 lb / 7.05 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

WG-8

118 × 66 × 33 mm

242 g (0.53 lb / 8.54 oz)

X5 is 72mm narrower than WG-8 but it is also 59mm taller and 5mm thicker.

X5 is 42 g lighter than WG-8.

Depth (front-to-back): 38mm X5 · 33mm WG-8

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

X5 back view

X5

46 × 125 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

WG-8

118 × 66 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

X5 top view

X5

46 × 38 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

WG-8

118 × 33 mm

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseX5WG-8
Portrait
3.0Limited✓ wins
1.0Limited
Sports & Action
8.5Excellent✓ wins
1.5Limited
Video & Hybrid
5.5Fair✓ wins
3.0Limited
Landscape
5.0Fair✓ wins
1.5Limited
Travel
5.0Fair
5.5Fair✓ wins
Wildlife
1.5Limited
1.5Limited
Vlogging
4.0Fair✓ wins
3.0Limited

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

X5

  • Stabilization modes

    Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock 360°, Active HDR…

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 46, 124.5, 38.2

  • Card types

    Adds microSD

  • 1080p max frame rate

    120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better

  • Resolution

    72 MP vs 20 MP — higher is better

  • 4K max frame rate

    60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better

  • Codecs

    Adds H.265

  • Touchscreen

    Only X5 supports it

Reasons to choose

WG-8

  • AF points / zones

    9 vs 0 — higher is better

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Face, Pet

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 118.2, 65.5, 33.1

  • Card types

    Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC

Both cameras share

  • ✓ISO max (native) — Both 6,400
  • ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
  • ✓Card slots — Both 1

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

X5

Pros

  • ✓Dual 1/1.28-inch sensors (2× larger than X4)
  • ✓8K 30fps 360° and 5.7K 60fps
  • ✓4K 60fps single-lens action mode
  • ✓15m waterproof without case
  • ✓72MP 360° photos

Cons

  • –Premium price vs X4
  • –8K workflow is storage-heavy
  • –Fixed lenses (not user-swappable in field)
  • –Editing 360° footage takes time

WG-8

Pros

  • ✓Waterproof and dustproof
  • ✓4K video
  • ✓GPS and compass
  • ✓Macro stand included

Cons

  • –Small sensor
  • –Limited manual control
  • –No RAW focus

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

✓ = category winner

X5
WG-8
Resolution
72 MP✓3.6× more
20 MP
Sensor type
Dual 1/1.28" CMOS (360°)
1/2.3" CMOS
Sensor size
1/1.28"
1/2.3 inch
AA filter
No
—
X5
WG-8
Aperture
f/2.0
F3.5-F5.5
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
6 mm per lens
28-140 mm
X5
WG-8
Processor
—
Image processor
X5
WG-8
ISO min (native)
100✓−25 less
125
ISO max (native)
6,400
6,400
ISO max (expanded)
6,400
6,400
X5
WG-8
Shutter type
Electronic shutter
Mechanical + electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
—
1/4000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/8000 sec
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for sports, X5 or WG-8?

X5 scores 8.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for WG-8 — Weather sealed for outdoor sports.

What's the resolution difference between the X5 and WG-8?

X5 is 72 MP and WG-8 is 20 MP, so the X5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

How does stabilization compare between the X5 and WG-8?

X5 uses FlowState 6-axis (electronic), while WG-8 does not have IBIS.

What's the weight difference between the X5 and WG-8?

X5 weighs 200 g and WG-8 weighs 242 g, so the X5 is 42 g lighter.

Do the X5 and WG-8 record 4K video?

X5: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. WG-8: 4K up to 30p.

Are the X5 and WG-8 weather sealed?

X5: Yes. WG-8: Yes.

How much does each cost?

X5 launched at $550 and WG-8 at $399. The WG-8 is $151 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.

Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Ricoh press materials.