Panasonic F5 vs Ricoh WG-6

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic F5 vs Ricoh WG-6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the F5 (14MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The F5 was announced 6 years prior to the WG-6 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the F5 scores versus the WG-6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 and Ricoh WG-6. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic F5 Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic F5 features outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-6 has sizing of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic F5 vs Ricoh WG-6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the F5 vs the WG-6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the F5 and WG-6 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the F5 and WG-6.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-6 to offer you extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The older F5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.