Panasonic FH25 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Panasonic FH25 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS35
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Announced September 2014

Panasonic FH25 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH25 vs Ricoh WG-M1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FH25 was announced 4 years earlier than the WG-M1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FH25 scores versus the WG-M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FH25 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Ricoh WG-M1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Ricoh WG-M1
FH25 | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.2") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Panasonic FH25
WG-M1 | FH25 | |||
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Announced | September 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 44 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FH25 and Ricoh WG-M1
FH25 | WG-M1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FH25 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH25 has exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has sizing of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FH25 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FH25 compared to the WG-M1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH25 and WG-M1 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic FH25 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH25 and WG-M1.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FH25 to result in extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older FH25 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic FH25 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH25 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Other name | Lumix DMC-FS35 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine VI | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | (1×) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 1.5" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 115 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 159 grams (0.35 lb) | 190 grams (0.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 350 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $180 | $2,000 |