Panasonic FH6 vs Ricoh WG-70

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic FH6 vs Ricoh WG-70, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was brought out 9 years earlier than the WG-70 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the FH6 matches up vs the WG-70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 and Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH6 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH6 has got outer dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH6 vs Ricoh WG-70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FH6 and the WG-70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FH6 and WG-70 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The pic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH6 and WG-70.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-70 to render greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged FH6 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.