Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh WG-70
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Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Replacement is Panasonic TS2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2020
- Successor is Ricoh WG-80

Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic TS1 versus Ricoh WG-70, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and WG-70 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TS1 was launched 12 years prior to the WG-70 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the TS1 scores against the WG-70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 and Ricoh WG-70. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS1 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Ricoh WG-70
TS1 | WG-70 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Panasonic TS1
WG-70 | TS1 | |||
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Introduced | February 2020 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 134 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic TS1 and Ricoh WG-70
TS1 | WG-70 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS1 provides physical dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic TS1 versus Ricoh WG-70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the TS1 and the WG-70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS1 and WG-70 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS1 and WG-70.
As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-70 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older TS1 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Ricoh WG-70 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FT1 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-01-27 | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | On, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 189g (0.42 lb) | 193g (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" 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 | - | 300 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $380 | $280 |