Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the WG-5 GPS which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SZ3 grades versus the WG-5 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ3 features external dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ3 vs the WG-5 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ3 and WG-5 GPS is 96 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ3 and WG-5 GPS.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.