Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS16
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Launched February 2014
- Successor is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview
Here, we are looking at the Panasonic FH2 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe FH2 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the WG-4 GPS which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the FH2 matches up vs the WG-4 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
FH2 | WG-4 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Panasonic FH2
WG-4 GPS | FH2 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | January 2011 | More modern by 37 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH2 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
FH2 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH2 provides external measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FH2 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the FH2 and the WG-4 GPS.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and WG-4 GPS is 96 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH2 and WG-4 GPS.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to show greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged FH2 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FS16 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) | 235 gr (0.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
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 | 270 photos | 240 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $149 | $210 |