Panasonic FP3 vs Ricoh WG-70

The following is a complete assessment of the Panasonic FP3 and Ricoh WG-70, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was introduced 11 years prior to the WG-70 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FP3 matches up versus the WG-70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Ricoh WG-70. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP3 has physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP3 and Ricoh WG-70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FP3 and the WG-70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP3 and WG-70 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP3 and WG-70.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Ricoh WG-70 to give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged FP3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.