Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-20
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Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Released February 2014

Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Panasonic FS25 and Ricoh WG-20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The FS25 was announced 6 years prior to the WG-20 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the FS25 scores vs the WG-20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Ricoh WG-20. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Ricoh WG-20
FS25 | WG-20 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Panasonic FS25
WG-20 | FS25 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 61 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Ricoh WG-20
FS25 | WG-20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FS25 has got exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-20 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FS25 and Ricoh WG-20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FS25 against the WG-20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and WG-20 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FS25 and WG-20.
Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-20 to result in greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FS25 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-01-27 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 148g (0.33 lb) | 164g (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 260 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $230 | $370 |