Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was manufactured 5 years before the WG-5 GPS which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FH2 matches up vs the WG-5 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH2 has physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has measurements 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 change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the FH2 and the WG-5 GPS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH2 and WG-5 GPS is 96 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The pic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FH2 and WG-5 GPS.

All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to result in more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged FH2 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.