Panasonic FX75 vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Panasonic FX75 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 165g - 103 x 55 x 23mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FX70
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced October 2014

Panasonic FX75 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FX75 and Ricoh WG-30W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FX75 was manufactured 5 years before the WG-30W which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the FX75 grades vs the WG-30W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FX75 vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 & Ricoh WG-30W. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FX75 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX75 over the Ricoh WG-30W
FX75 | WG-30W | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Panasonic FX75
WG-30W | FX75 | |||
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Announced | October 2014 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 53 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FX75 and Ricoh WG-30W
FX75 | WG-30W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic FX75 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX75 features outer measurements of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30W has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FX75 and Ricoh WG-30W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the FX75 compared to the WG-30W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX75 and WG-30W is 94 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic FX75 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The image underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FX75 and WG-30W.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Ricoh WG-30W to offer you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged FX75 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic FX75 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FX75 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | Ricoh WG-30W |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FX70 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-06-01 | 2014-10-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine HD II | - |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | 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/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.40 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite, 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165 grams (0.36 pounds) | 194 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 55 x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $139 | $280 |