Panasonic FH6 vs Ricoh WG-30
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Panasonic FH6 vs Ricoh WG-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released October 2014

Panasonic FH6 vs Ricoh WG-30 Overview
Below is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic FH6 versus Ricoh WG-30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FH6 was launched 3 years before the WG-30 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FH6 scores versus the WG-30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FH6 vs Ricoh WG-30 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Ricoh WG-30. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Ricoh WG-30
FH6 | WG-30 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Panasonic FH6
WG-30 | FH6 | |||
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Released | October 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 33 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FH6 and Ricoh WG-30
FH6 | WG-30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic FH6 vs Ricoh WG-30 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH6 enjoys exterior measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FH6 versus Ricoh WG-30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FH6 compared to the WG-30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH6 and WG-30 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic FH6 vs Ricoh WG-30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH6 and WG-30.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-30 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older FH6 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FH6 vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH6 vs Ricoh WG-30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | Ricoh WG-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | Ricoh WG-30 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2014-10-09 |
Physical type | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.5-6.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 119 gr (0.26 lbs) | 192 gr (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $129 | $428 |