Panasonic SZ1 vs Ricoh WG-30W

Below is a extended comparison of the Panasonic SZ1 vs Ricoh WG-30W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ1 was introduced 3 years earlier than the WG-30W and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SZ1 matches up versus the WG-30W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 & Ricoh WG-30W. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ1 comes with external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30W has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic SZ1 vs Ricoh WG-30W in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ1 against the WG-30W.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ1 and WG-30W is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The graphic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ1 and WG-30W.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files but you need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older SZ1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.