Panasonic TS25 vs Ricoh WG-50

Below is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic TS25 vs Ricoh WG-50, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the TS25 (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS25 was launched 5 years earlier than the WG-50 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the TS25 scores against the WG-50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 and Ricoh WG-50. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS25 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS25 has external dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-50 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS25 vs Ricoh WG-50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the TS25 against the WG-50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS25 and WG-50 is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The visual here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS25 and WG-50.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should always consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older TS25 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.