Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 19mm
- Announced September 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS22
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Announced February 2014
- New Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic FH7 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FH7 was brought out 3 years prior to the WG-4 GPS which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FH7 scores versus the WG-4 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH7 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
FH7 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Panasonic FH7
WG-4 GPS | FH7 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | September 2011 | Newer by 29 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH7 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
FH7 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH7 provides outer measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while 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).
Examine the Panasonic FH7 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the FH7 versus the WG-4 GPS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH7 and WG-4 GPS is 96 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The picture here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH7 and WG-4 GPS.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images however you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH7 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FS22 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-09-07 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lbs) | 235 gr (0.52 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 260 shots | 240 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $149 | $210 |