Panasonic SZ10 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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Panasonic SZ10 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Released January 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Released February 2014
- Replacement is Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Panasonic SZ10 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic SZ10 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SZ10 was released 12 months later than the WG-4 GPS and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the SZ10 matches up against the WG-4 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic SZ10 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
SZ10 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2014 | Fresher by 12 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Panasonic SZ10
WG-4 GPS | SZ10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ10 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
SZ10 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic SZ10 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ10 enjoys external measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic SZ10 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ10 against the WG-4 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ10 and WG-4 GPS is 93 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic SZ10 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The photograph here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ10 and WG-4 GPS.
All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of images though you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger SZ10 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

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Panasonic SZ10 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.4 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 177 grams (0.39 pounds) | 235 grams (0.52 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | 240 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $200 | $210 |