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Panasonic TS20 vs Ricoh G900

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
28
Overall
34
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 front
 
Ricoh G900 front
Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
46

Panasonic TS20 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs

Panasonic TS20
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
  • 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
  • Released January 2012
  • Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT20
Ricoh G900
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
  • Introduced February 2018
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Panasonic TS20 vs Ricoh G900 Overview

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic TS20 versus Ricoh G900, both Waterproof cameras by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the G900 (20MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS20 was revealed 7 years earlier than the G900 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the TS20 scores versus the G900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Ricoh G900

 TS20 G900 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Panasonic TS20

 G900 TS20 
IntroducedFebruary 2018January 2012More recent by 73 months
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1040k230kSharper display (+810k dot)

Common features in the Panasonic TS20 and Ricoh G900

 TS20 G900 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

Panasonic TS20 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic TS20 offers physical dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic TS20 versus Ricoh G900 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TS20 compared to the G900.

Panasonic TS20 vs Ricoh G900 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS20 and G900 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Panasonic TS20 vs Ricoh G900 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic TS20 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TS20 and G900.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh G900 to show extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The older TS20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic TS20 vs Ricoh G900 sensor size comparison

Panasonic TS20 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic TS20 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic TS20
Portrait photography with Ricoh G900
30
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
45
manual focus
good MP (20MP)
features face detection focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic TS20 as a Street photography camera
Ricoh G900 as a Street photography camera
67
image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
lighter than competition in class (142 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
60
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather proofing
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
heavier than competitors (247 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic TS20
Sports photography with Ricoh G900
41
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16MP)
provides tracking focus
environment proof
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
54
built in image stabilization (Digital)
good MP (20MP)
features tracking autofocus
weather proofing
good battery pack (340 per charge)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic TS20
Travel photography with Ricoh G900
70
lighter than competition in class (142 grams)
environment proof
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
lack of Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
70
good battery pack (340 CIPA)
weather proofing
good MP (20MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
heavier than competitors (247 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic TS20 Landscape photography highlights
Ricoh G900 Landscape photography highlights
41
decently wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
environment proof
focusing manually not possible
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
56
manual focus
quite wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Digital)
good MP (20MP)
weather proofing
good battery pack (340 shots)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic TS20 Vlogging advice
Ricoh G900 Vlogging advice
31
decently wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (142 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone support
32
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
features face detection focus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have external mic socket
heavier than competitors (247g)
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Panasonic TS20 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic TS20 and Ricoh G900
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20Ricoh G900
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Ricoh
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 Ricoh G900
Also called Lumix DMC-FT20 -
Type Waterproof Waterproof
Released 2012-01-31 2018-02-21
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 16 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 5184 x 3888
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 23 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-100mm (4.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.9-5.7 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus range 5cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 1,040 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/1300s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.40 m 5.50 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Flash on, flash off
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 3840x2160
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Supports FlashAir SD cards
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger
GPS None Built-in
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 142g (0.31 lb) 247g (0.54 lb)
Physical dimensions 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" 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 250 pictures 340 pictures
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $179 $752