Panasonic LF1 vs Ricoh WG-70

Here is a in depth review of the Panasonic LF1 and Ricoh WG-70, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the LF1 (12MP) and WG-70 (16MP) and the LF1 (1/1.7") and WG-70 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The LF1 was manufactured 7 years earlier than the WG-70 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the LF1 scores vs the WG-70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LF1 offers external measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-70 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Panasonic LF1 and Ricoh WG-70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the LF1 vs the WG-70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LF1 and WG-70 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the LF1 and WG-70.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The LF1 because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Ricoh WG-70 will offer extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older LF1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.