Panasonic FH25 vs Ricoh WG-4

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic FH25 and Ricoh WG-4, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was launched 4 years before the WG-4 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FH25 grades against the WG-4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 & Ricoh WG-4. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH25 features exterior dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH25 and Ricoh WG-4 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FH25 compared to the WG-4.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and WG-4 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The graphic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH25 and WG-4.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of photos though you really should consider the age of the products into consideration. The older FH25 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.