Panasonic FP2 vs Ricoh WG-20

Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic FP2 vs Ricoh WG-20, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was launched 5 years prior to the WG-20 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FP2 matches up versus the WG-20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Ricoh WG-20. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 has outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FP2 vs the WG-20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and WG-20 is 95 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FP2 and WG-20.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos though you will want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged FP2 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.