Panasonic LF1 vs Ricoh WG-80

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic LF1 and Ricoh WG-80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the LF1 (12MP) and WG-80 (16MP) and the LF1 (1/1.7") and WG-80 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The LF1 was announced 9 years prior to the WG-80 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the LF1 matches up versus the WG-80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Ricoh WG-80. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LF1 has outside dimensions 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-80 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Panasonic LF1 and Ricoh WG-80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the LF1 vs the WG-80.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the LF1 and WG-80 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The image below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the LF1 and WG-80.

To sum up, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The LF1 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Ricoh WG-80 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged LF1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.