Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh WG-70
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Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013
(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
- Updated by Ricoh WG-80

Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic SZ3 versus Ricoh WG-70, 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-70 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SZ3 was unveiled 8 years before the WG-70 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SZ3 grades vs the WG-70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 and Ricoh WG-70. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Ricoh WG-70
SZ3 | WG-70 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Panasonic SZ3
WG-70 | SZ3 | |||
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Released | February 2020 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 86 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ3 and Ricoh WG-70
SZ3 | WG-70 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ3 has external measurements 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-70 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic SZ3 versus Ricoh WG-70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ3 and the WG-70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ3 and WG-70 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ3 and WG-70.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files although you need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SZ3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | Ricoh WG-70 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.10 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 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 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 grams (0.28 pounds) | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 shots | 300 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $150 | $280 |