Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh WG-80

Here is a complete analysis of the Panasonic SZ3 and Ricoh WG-80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was released 10 years earlier than the WG-80 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SZ3 grades vs the WG-80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 and Ricoh WG-80. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ3 provides exterior dimensions 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-80 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Panasonic SZ3 and Ricoh WG-80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SZ3 against the WG-80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ3 and WG-80 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ3 and WG-80.

As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of images though you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The older SZ3 is going to be behind in sensor technology.