Panasonic FH10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

In this article, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH10 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was unveiled 3 years prior to the WG-5 GPS which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FH10 matches up against the WG-5 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH10 comes with physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FH10 compared to the WG-5 GPS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH10 and WG-5 GPS is 97 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH10 and WG-5 GPS.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files although you should always take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged FH10 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.