Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-20
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-3D1/Panasonic-3D1-front.jpg)
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Released November 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2014
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Panasonic 3D1 and Ricoh WG-20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The 3D1 was manufactured 3 years prior to the WG-20 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the 3D1 grades against the WG-20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Ricoh WG-20
3D1 | WG-20 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Panasonic 3D1
WG-20 | 3D1 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | November 2011 | More recent by 27 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Ricoh WG-20
3D1 | WG-20 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic 3D1 features outer measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while 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).
Analyze the Panasonic 3D1 and Ricoh WG-20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the 3D1 versus the WG-20.
![Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-20 size comparison Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-3D1-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and WG-20 is 93 and 93 respectively.
![Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-20 top view buttons comparison Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-3D1-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 3D1 and WG-20.
As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-20 to offer you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older 3D1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-20 sensor size comparison Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-3D1-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-3D1-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-11-07 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) | 164 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | 260 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $670 | $370 |