Panasonic FS15 vs Ricoh WG-50

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FS15 vs Ricoh WG-50, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the FS15 (12MP) and WG-50 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was unveiled 9 years prior to the WG-50 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FS15 scores against the WG-50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Ricoh WG-50. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FS15 features physical dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-50 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FS15 vs Ricoh WG-50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the FS15 vs the WG-50.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and WG-50 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The photograph here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS15 and WG-50.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Ricoh WG-50 to show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older FS15 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.