Panasonic TS3 vs Ricoh WG-M1
Portability
92 Imaging
36 Features
31 Overall
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92 Imaging
36 Features
31 Overall
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Portability
91 Imaging
39 Features
22 Overall
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91 Imaging
39 Features
22 Overall
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Panasonic TS3 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
Panasonic TS3
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Launched August 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
- Replaced the Panasonic TS2
- Renewed by Panasonic TS4
Ricoh WG-M1
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Announced September 2014
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Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic TS3 versus Ricoh WG-M1, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the TS3 (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the TS3 matches up versus the WG-M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| TS3 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 2.7" |  | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.2") |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 115k | Sharper display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Panasonic TS3
| WG-M1 | TS3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2014 |  | August 2011 | Fresher by 37 months |
Common features in the Panasonic TS3 and Ricoh WG-M1
| TS3 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Absent Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS3 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic TS3 enjoys outside measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has specifications of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic TS3 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the TS3 vs the WG-M1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TS3 and WG-M1 is 92 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic TS3 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TS3 and WG-M1.
All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-M1 to show greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older TS3 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic TS3 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Glossary Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Panasonic TS3
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-M1
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Panasonic TS3 Street photography advice
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography advice
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
weather proof
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
max ISO too low (800)
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Sports photography with Panasonic TS3
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-M1
image stabilization (Optical)
includes tracking focus
weather proofing
great battery life (310 per charge)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300s)
low fps (4.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
weather proof
great battery pack (350 CIPA)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Panasonic TS3 as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Travel photography camera
great battery life (310 shots)
weather proofing
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
great battery pack (350 per charge)
weather proof
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of Timelapse function
does not have selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Panasonic TS3 Landscape photography highlights
Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography highlights
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
great battery life (310 shots)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
MP count decent (14MP)
weather proof
great battery pack (350 shots)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (1.5")
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (800)
does not have RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
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Panasonic TS3 Vlogging information
Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging information
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of microphone port
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
lack of microphone port
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Panasonic TS3 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Ricoh |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
| Also called | Lumix DMC-FT3 | - |
| Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2011-08-16 | 2014-09-12 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | (1×) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 1.5" |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 115 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | - |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | - |
| Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.60 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 197 gr (0.43 lbs) | 190 gr (0.42 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 310 images | 350 images |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | DB-65 |
| Self timer | Yes | - |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $380 | $2,000 |
