Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh WG-70

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH2 and Ricoh WG-70, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was announced 10 years earlier than the WG-70 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FH2 grades vs the WG-70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Ricoh WG-70. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH2 enjoys physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH2 and Ricoh WG-70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FH2 and the WG-70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FH2 and WG-70 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The photograph below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH2 and WG-70.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-70 to deliver extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The older FH2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.