Panasonic TS20 vs Ricoh WG-20

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Panasonic TS20 vs Ricoh WG-20, both Waterproof digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS20 was introduced 24 months prior to the WG-20 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the TS20 scores against the WG-20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 & Ricoh WG-20. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS20 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic TS20 has got physical measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the TS20 versus the WG-20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS20 and WG-20 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS20 and WG-20.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic TS20 to give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged TS20 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.