Panasonic FH6 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Here is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic FH6 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was revealed 3 years prior to the WG-4 GPS and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FH6 matches up versus the WG-4 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH6 features physical dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH6 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the FH6 compared to the WG-4 GPS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH6 and WG-4 GPS is 96 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH6 and WG-4 GPS.

Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to show more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older FH6 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.