Panasonic TS20 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic TS20 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The TS20 was brought out 24 months prior to the WG-4 GPS which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the TS20 scores versus the WG-4 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS20 has outer measurements 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 WG-4 GPS has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

See the Panasonic TS20 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the TS20 compared to the WG-4 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TS20 and WG-4 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TS20 and WG-4 GPS.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures however you should really take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged TS20 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.