Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh WG-4

Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh WG-4, both Waterproof cameras by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS2 was manufactured 5 years prior to the WG-4 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the TS2 matches up against the WG-4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Ricoh WG-4. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic TS2 comes with outer dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh WG-4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the TS2 vs the WG-4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS2 and WG-4 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS2 and WG-4.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-4 to produce greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older TS2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.