Smallest G Shock in the world (but still mighty)!
Today I want to show off the world's smallest (and still very capable) member of the G Shock family, the Baby G BGD-5650 and show you all some size comparisons. This is the first G I've encountered that falls into the range of normal, everyday watches, that will fit most people (40mm or less). It looks like a G Shock, but feels like a small retro-sized digital on the wrist.
Casio has never packed so much functionality into such a small watch while maintaining their famous shock resistance and impressive WR. This is truly a major accomplishment for Casio in their quest for smaller, slimmer G Shocks, and one I think deserves to be celebrated!
Above you can see the BGD-5650 next to a classic square G (GWB5600BC), an F91w, a 36mm field watch, and a 38mm diver (both from Vaer). I've also included a side shot so you can see just how thin the profile is.
If you have wrists that are 6" or smaller, this is the G Shock you've been looking for.
Specs and notes for this watch:
JDM model
38mm diameter
42mm lug to lug
11mm thick
100m WR
All the features of the GWM-5610 module, including Tough Solar and Multi-band 6, but excluding the auto backlight.
The strap is appropriately sized for the watch, so if you have a small wrist, there's no leftover strap tongue hanging out like your other Gs
Conversely if your wrist is large, this likely wouldn't fit you on the stock strap.
Comes in white, blue, pink, black, brown, and black with negative display
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I love G_Shocks but most are way too large for my smaller wrist, the DW5600E is a good size for me, this one of yours looks like another option, thanks for sharing
I want one
I have no need for it but man that looks SO GOOD
I’m really crushing on my GWM5610U but now that you mention it…
I love G_Shocks but most are way too large for my smaller wrist, the DW5600E is a good size for me, this one of yours looks like another option, thanks for sharing
I have a 5600 equivalent square (pictured above) and it just barely, technically fits my wrist. Great watch, but on the large side for me. I always know I'm wearing it. This Baby G just melts away and I forget I have it on.
Another good option for a smaller square is the Baby G BGD-5000. It has tough solar, mulitband, etc, but jumps up to 200m WR and comes in at 40mm in diameter. It's a perfect midpoint between this tiny G and the standard square.
I want one
I have no need for it but man that looks SO GOOD
I didn't need it either! 😂 But, it does bridge the gap between an everyday digital with few functions (F91w for example) and a feature packed G that's also a thicc boi. Which is exactly what I wanted.
I have small field watches and divers that are very robust, but my non-G Shock digitals are mostly acrylic crystal, splash resistant affairs. G Shock toughness in a package this small is a game changer.
I agree it ticks many, many boxes. I’ve been on the fence about G-Shocks mostly for size. I have a CasiOak that’s right on the edge. This is a nice option.
Given it’s JDM, where did you get it?
ALSO: nice write-up! The comparison pics are excellent for setting the perspective. Thanks for going to the trouble! 👏🏻
I agree it ticks many, many boxes. I’ve been on the fence about G-Shocks mostly for size. I have a CasiOak that’s right on the edge. This is a nice option.
Given it’s JDM, where did you get it?
ALSO: nice write-up! The comparison pics are excellent for setting the perspective. Thanks for going to the trouble! 👏🏻
I'm moving and I wanted it for the trip (it replaced two other watches in my travel box). I needed fast delivery to get to me before then, so I ordered mine from Amazon. Set me back around $130. But this and a whole range of JDM Baby Gs are available on Sakura Watches website for a little less money and a longer wait.
There is also the BGD-5000 which measures 40mm in diameter with the same module and more water resistance. Size wise, it sits between the classic square and this tiny G.
Also, I know that Casio already offers smaller Casioaks (S) series, but I saw a JDM Mother's Day release that's even smaller than that and is under the Baby G line. I think it had a P in the ref number. Pink only for now but if it does well in Japan we'll likely see more colors soon.
I’m really crushing on my GWM5610U but now that you mention it…
👀 I won't tell if you don't 🤫
I like it a lot, finding the right size for yourself is challenging, most are great but one comes along and it's perfect. I like the lack of writing on the dial, or at least less of it, Casio got it right with this one.
The Baby-G line has some real bangers (especially in Japan) that you can tell they put a lot of creative thought into, not just with the cases but the LCD displays too. But I wish they'd rename the line to Mini-G, or maybe Lowkey-G.
A-side-of-G?
The Baby-G line has some real bangers (especially in Japan) that you can tell they put a lot of creative thought into, not just with the cases but the LCD displays too. But I wish they'd rename the line to Mini-G, or maybe Lowkey-G.
A-side-of-G?
I think they already have a Mini G line, so that's probably out. Maybe the G-Lite? Kind of like the G-Lide series?
I dunno, I'm not bothered by the Baby G branding.
No one but us knows or cares anyway. 🤷🏽