Panasonic SZ7 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic SZ7 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was brought out 3 years prior to the WG-4 GPS and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SZ7 grades versus the WG-4 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ7 provides physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic SZ7 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ7 versus the WG-4 GPS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ7 and WG-4 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The visual here should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ7 and WG-4 GPS.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to deliver extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older SZ7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.