Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-70
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced February 2020
- Renewed by Ricoh WG-80

Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic 3D1 versus Ricoh WG-70, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and WG-70 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The 3D1 was manufactured 9 years prior to the WG-70 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 3D1 scores against the WG-70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Ricoh WG-70
3D1 | WG-70 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Panasonic 3D1
WG-70 | 3D1 | |||
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Announced | February 2020 | ![]() | November 2011 | Newer by 100 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Ricoh WG-70
3D1 | WG-70 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic 3D1 comes with external measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic 3D1 versus Ricoh WG-70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the 3D1 vs the WG-70.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and WG-70 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The image here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 3D1 and WG-70.
As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-70 to provide more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged 3D1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Ricoh WG-70 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-11-07 | 2020-02-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193g (0.43 lbs) | 193g (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | 300 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $670 | $280 |