Panasonic FH25 vs Ricoh WG-30W

Its time to look a little more closely at the Panasonic FH25 vs Ricoh WG-30W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was announced 4 years before the WG-30W and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FH25 scores versus the WG-30W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Ricoh WG-30W. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH25 provides outside measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30W has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH25 versus the WG-30W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH25 and WG-30W is 94 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The graphic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and WG-30W.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older FH25 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.