Panasonic TS10 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic TS10 and Ricoh WG-M1, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the TS10 (14MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS10 was introduced 5 years prior to the WG-M1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TS10 grades against the WG-M1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 & Ricoh WG-M1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS10 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS10 has got outside measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the TS10 versus the WG-M1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TS10 and WG-M1 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS10 and WG-M1.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you really should factor the age of the cameras into account. The older TS10 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.