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Panasonic FP8 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
31

Panasonic FP8 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Panasonic FP8
(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
Ricoh WG-M1
(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
Photography Glossary

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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 FP8 WG-M1 
Display dimension2.7"1.5"Larger display (+1.2")
Display resolution230k115kSharper display (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Panasonic FP8

 WG-M1 FP8 
ReleasedSeptember 2014July 2009Newer by 62 months

Common features in the Panasonic FP8 and Ricoh WG-M1

 FP8 WG-M1 
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Panasonic FP8 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FP8 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FP8 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic FP8
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-M1
20
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
29
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FP8 Street photography information
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography information
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than average in class (151 grams)
52
environment proof
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
low maximum ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FP8 Sports photography highlights
Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography highlights
24
has image stabilization (Optical)
low max shutter speed (1/1,300s)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
37
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
environment proof
great battery life (350 shots)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic FP8
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-M1
56
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than average in class (151g)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
64
great battery life (350 shots)
environment proof
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
missing Timelapse recording
does not posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FP8 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Landscape photography camera
32
fairly wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
35
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
environment proof
great battery life (350 CIPA)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (1.5")
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (800)
has no RAW format
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FP8 Vlogging factors
Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging factors
28
fairly wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic jack
heavier than average in class (151 grams)
26
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
missing external microphone support
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Panasonic FP8 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FP8 and Ricoh WG-M1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8Ricoh WG-M1
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