Leica Digilux 3 vs Ricoh WG-20

Following is a extended analysis of the Leica Digilux 3 and Ricoh WG-20, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Leica and Ricoh. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the Digilux 3 (7MP) and WG-20 (14MP) and the Digilux 3 (Four Thirds) and WG-20 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The Digilux 3 was unveiled 8 years before the WG-20 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Leica Digilux 3 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Digilux 3 matches up against the WG-20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Digilux 3 & Ricoh WG-20. The full galleries are viewable at Leica Digilux 3 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica Digilux 3 features outer measurements of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check the Leica Digilux 3 and Ricoh WG-20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Digilux 3 vs the WG-20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Digilux 3 and WG-20 is 65 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Digilux 3 and WG-20.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Digilux 3 using its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Ricoh WG-20 will give extra detail having an extra 7MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged Digilux 3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.