Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Below, we are looking at the Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was unveiled 13 months before the WG-4 GPS making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SZ3 grades against the WG-4 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ3 offers external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SZ3 compared to the WG-4 GPS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ3 and WG-4 GPS is 96 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ3 and WG-4 GPS.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos although you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.