Panasonic FX75 vs Ricoh WG-80

The following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FX75 versus Ricoh WG-80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX75 was introduced 13 years prior to the WG-80 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FX75 grades versus the WG-80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 and Ricoh WG-80. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX75 Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX75 comes with external dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-80 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FX75 versus Ricoh WG-80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the FX75 versus the WG-80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FX75 and WG-80 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The image here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX75 and WG-80.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Ricoh WG-80 to resolve more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FX75 is going to be behind in sensor technology.