Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-80
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Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.70" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced May 2022
- Previous Model is Ricoh WG-70

Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-80 Overview
The following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic FS25 versus Ricoh WG-80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and WG-80 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FS25 was manufactured 14 years earlier than the WG-80 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FS25 matches up against the WG-80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-80 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Ricoh WG-80. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Ricoh WG-80
FS25 | WG-80 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.70" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-80 over the Panasonic FS25
WG-80 | FS25 | |||
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Introduced | May 2022 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 162 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Ricoh WG-80
FS25 | WG-80 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-80 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FS25 offers 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) while the Ricoh WG-80 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FS25 versus Ricoh WG-80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FS25 vs the WG-80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and WG-80 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-80 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The pic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and WG-80.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Ricoh WG-80 to provide greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged FS25 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh WG-80 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Ricoh WG-80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Ricoh WG-80 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-01-27 | 2022-05-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.70 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 148 grams (0.33 lbs) | 193 grams (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 Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $230 | $300 |