Panasonic TS10 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV
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Panasonic TS10 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT10
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28mm (F1.9) lens
- 190g - 109 x 59 x 33mm
- Revealed September 2011
- Old Model is Ricoh GR Digital III

Panasonic TS10 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV Overview
Here, we are comparing the Panasonic TS10 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the TS10 (14MP) and GR Digital IV (10MP) and the TS10 (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

The TS10 was revealed 20 months earlier than the GR Digital IV making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TS10 matches up versus the GR Digital IV for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic TS10 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS10 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS10 over the Ricoh GR Digital IV
TS10 | GR Digital IV |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh GR Digital IV over the Panasonic TS10
GR Digital IV | TS10 | |||
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Revealed | September 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 20 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS10 and Ricoh GR Digital IV
TS10 | GR Digital IV | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS10 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS10 has got outside measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Ricoh GR Digital IV has dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic TS10 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the TS10 versus the GR Digital IV.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TS10 and GR Digital IV is 93 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic TS10 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS10 and GR Digital IV.
As you can see, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TS10 with its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic TS10 will show greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged TS10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic TS10 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS10 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | Ricoh GR Digital IV | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | Ricoh GR Digital IV |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FT10 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-21 | 2011-09-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/1.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188 grams (0.41 pounds) | 190 grams (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 109 x 59 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 390 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | DB65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $249 | $599 |