Panasonic FH20 vs Ricoh WG-70

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic FH20 versus Ricoh WG-70, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was manufactured 11 years prior to the WG-70 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FH20 scores vs the WG-70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH20 offers outside measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-70 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH20 versus Ricoh WG-70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH20 compared to the WG-70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH20 and WG-70 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The graphic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and WG-70.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-70 to provide extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older FH20 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.