Panasonic FH8 vs Ricoh WG-30W

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic FH8 vs Ricoh WG-30W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FH8 was announced 3 years prior to the WG-30W and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the FH8 scores against the WG-30W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 & Ricoh WG-30W. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH8 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH8 comes with external measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30W has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH8 vs Ricoh WG-30W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the FH8 compared to the WG-30W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FH8 and WG-30W is 96 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The visual below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH8 and WG-30W.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you will want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older FH8 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.