Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released October 2014

Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-30W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and WG-30W (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FS25 was launched 6 years earlier than the WG-30W which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FS25 grades versus the WG-30W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Ricoh WG-30W. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Ricoh WG-30W
FS25 | WG-30W | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Panasonic FS25
WG-30W | FS25 | |||
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Released | October 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 69 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Ricoh WG-30W
FS25 | WG-30W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS25 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30W has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-30W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the FS25 compared to the WG-30W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FS25 and WG-30W is 95 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS25 and WG-30W.
As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-30W to produce more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged FS25 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Ricoh WG-30W |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-01-27 | 2014-10-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 148g (0.33 lbs) | 194g (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 300 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $230 | $280 |