Panasonic FH27 vs Ricoh WG-80

Following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic FH27 vs Ricoh WG-80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was announced 12 years earlier than the WG-80 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the FH27 scores vs the WG-80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Ricoh WG-80. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH27 features external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-80 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH27 vs Ricoh WG-80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FH27 compared to the WG-80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH27 and WG-80 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH27 and WG-80.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH27 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.