Panasonic FP8 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Panasonic FP8 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
- Announced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Released September 2014

Panasonic FP8 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Panasonic FP8 vs Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FP8 was introduced 6 years prior to the WG-M1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the FP8 scores against the WG-M1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FP8 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & Ricoh WG-M1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Ricoh WG-M1
FP8 | WG-M1 | |||
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Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.2") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Panasonic FP8
WG-M1 | FP8 | |||
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Released | September 2014 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 62 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FP8 and Ricoh WG-M1
FP8 | WG-M1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FP8 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP8 enjoys exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FP8 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the FP8 and the WG-M1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP8 and WG-M1 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic FP8 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP8 and WG-M1.
Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-M1 to show more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FP8 will be behind in sensor tech.

Panasonic FP8 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP8 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Category | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-07-27 | 2014-09-12 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine V | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | (1×) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 1.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 115 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 lb) | 190 grams (0.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
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 | - | 350 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $300 | $2,000 |