Panasonic LX5 vs Ricoh WG-20

Below is a complete assessment of the Panasonic LX5 and Ricoh WG-20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the LX5 (10MP) and WG-20 (14MP) and the LX5 (1/1.63") and WG-20 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The LX5 was introduced 3 years earlier than the WG-20 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the LX5 scores against the WG-20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 & Ricoh WG-20. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX5 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LX5 features exterior measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic LX5 and Ricoh WG-20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the LX5 compared to the WG-20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the LX5 and WG-20 is 88 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the LX5 and WG-20.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The LX5 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Ricoh WG-20 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older LX5 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.