Panasonic FH3 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Panasonic FH3 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS11
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Announced September 2014
Panasonic FH3 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
The following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic FH3 versus Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe FH3 was introduced 5 years before the WG-M1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FH3 scores versus the WG-M1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH3 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Ricoh WG-M1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Ricoh WG-M1
FH3 | WG-M1 | |||
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Display dimensions | 2.7" | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.2") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Panasonic FH3
WG-M1 | FH3 | |||
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Announced | September 2014 | January 2010 | Newer by 57 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FH3 and Ricoh WG-M1
FH3 | WG-M1 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Panasonic FH3 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH3 comes with physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
See the Panasonic FH3 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FH3 compared to the WG-M1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH3 and WG-M1 is 94 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic FH3 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH3 and WG-M1.
Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you have to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH3 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FH3 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FS11 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | (1×) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 1.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 115k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165 grams (0.36 lbs) | 190 grams (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $160 | $2,000 |