Panasonic FX78 vs Ricoh WG-6

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FX78 versus Ricoh WG-6, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the FX78 (12MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was revealed 8 years before the WG-6 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the FX78 matches up versus the WG-6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Ricoh WG-6. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX78 comes with outer dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-6 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FX78 versus Ricoh WG-6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FX78 versus the WG-6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and WG-6 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The image below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX78 and WG-6.

All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-6 to deliver more detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FX78 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.