Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FH7 was brought out 4 years before the WG-5 GPS which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FH7 grades against the WG-5 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH7 Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH7 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the FH7 compared to the WG-5 GPS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH7 and WG-5 GPS is 96 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH7 and WG-5 GPS.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos however you would want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH7 will be behind in sensor innovation.