Panasonic FX48 vs Ricoh WG-70
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Panasonic FX48 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FX40
(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
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced February 2020
- Newer Model is Ricoh WG-80

Panasonic FX48 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
The following is a in depth review of the Panasonic FX48 versus Ricoh WG-70, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the FX48 (12MP) and WG-70 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FX48 was revealed 12 years prior to the WG-70 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FX48 scores versus the WG-70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FX48 vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Ricoh WG-70. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Ricoh WG-70
FX48 | WG-70 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Panasonic FX48
WG-70 | FX48 | |||
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Announced | February 2020 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 134 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Panasonic FX48 and Ricoh WG-70
FX48 | WG-70 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FX48 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX48 has exterior measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-70 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FX48 versus Ricoh WG-70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FX48 and the WG-70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FX48 and WG-70 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic FX48 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX48 and WG-70.
As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-70 to offer more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged FX48 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FX48 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FX48 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Ricoh WG-70 |
Other name | Lumix DMC-FX40 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-01-27 | 2020-02-04 |
Body design | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 pounds) | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | - | 300 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
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 |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $325 | $280 |