Panasonic FH27 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Here is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic FH27 vs Ricoh WG-M1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was revealed 4 years before the WG-M1 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FH27 scores versus the WG-M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH27 enjoys physical dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FH27 compared to the WG-M1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH27 and WG-M1 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH27 and WG-M1.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FH27 to give more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FH27 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.