Panasonic FH27 vs Ricoh WG-6

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic FH27 vs Ricoh WG-6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is very similar and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was introduced 8 years earlier than the WG-6 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FH27 scores versus the WG-6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Ricoh WG-6. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH27 has got outside dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-6 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH27 vs Ricoh WG-6 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH27 against the WG-6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and WG-6 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Often, it's hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The picture here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FH27 and WG-6.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-6 to deliver greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FH27 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.