Panasonic SZ10 vs Ricoh WG-70
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Panasonic SZ10 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Introduced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released February 2020
- Newer Model is Ricoh WG-80

Panasonic SZ10 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic SZ10 and Ricoh WG-70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SZ10 was brought out 6 years earlier than the WG-70 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the SZ10 grades against the WG-70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic SZ10 vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 and Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Ricoh WG-70
SZ10 | WG-70 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Panasonic SZ10
WG-70 | SZ10 | |||
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Released | February 2020 | ![]() | January 2015 | More modern by 61 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ10 and Ricoh WG-70
SZ10 | WG-70 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Panasonic SZ10 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ10 has got external dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-70 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic SZ10 and Ricoh WG-70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ10 vs the WG-70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ10 and WG-70 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic SZ10 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The pic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ10 and WG-70.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos however you might want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SZ10 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

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Panasonic SZ10 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | Ricoh WG-70 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2020-02-04 |
Physical type | 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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.4 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off | On, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 177g (0.39 pounds) | 193g (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 pictures | 300 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $200 | $280 |