Panasonic LX3 vs Ricoh WG-50

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic LX3 versus Ricoh WG-50, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the LX3 (10MP) and WG-50 (16MP) and the LX3 (1/1.63") and WG-50 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The LX3 was unveiled 9 years prior to the WG-50 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the LX3 grades versus the WG-50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and Ricoh WG-50. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LX3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX3 has outer dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-50 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LX3 versus Ricoh WG-50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the LX3 compared to the WG-50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the LX3 and WG-50 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The graphic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the LX3 and WG-50.

Plainly, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LX3 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Ricoh WG-50 will resolve extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older LX3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.