Panasonic FH5 vs Ricoh WG-4

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic FH5 versus Ricoh WG-4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH5 was released 4 years earlier than the WG-4 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FH5 matches up versus the WG-4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 and Ricoh WG-4. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH5 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH5 has got outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH5 versus Ricoh WG-4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH5 and the WG-4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH5 and WG-4 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The image here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FH5 and WG-4.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you will need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.