Panasonic SZ10 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

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").

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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.

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.

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.

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.