Panasonic FS15 vs Ricoh WG-20

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FS15 versus Ricoh WG-20, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was launched 6 years prior to the WG-20 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FS15 grades against the WG-20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Ricoh WG-20. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FS15 has exterior measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FS15 versus Ricoh WG-20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FS15 versus the WG-20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and WG-20 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The pic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and WG-20.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Ricoh WG-20 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged FS15 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.