Panasonic TS30 vs Ricoh WG-70
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Panasonic TS30 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Released January 2015
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released February 2020
- Replacement is Ricoh WG-80

Panasonic TS30 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic TS30 and Ricoh WG-70, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the TS30 (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TS30 was manufactured 6 years earlier than the WG-70 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the TS30 grades vs the WG-70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic TS30 vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 & Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS30 Gallery & Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Ricoh WG-70
TS30 | WG-70 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Panasonic TS30
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Released | February 2020 | ![]() | January 2015 | More recent by 61 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic TS30 and Ricoh WG-70
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Panasonic TS30 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS30 has external dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-70 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic TS30 and Ricoh WG-70 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the TS30 versus the WG-70.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TS30 and WG-70 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic TS30 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The photograph below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS30 and WG-70.
Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures however you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The older TS30 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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Panasonic TS30 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Ricoh WG-70 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT30 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2020-02-04 |
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 | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
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) |
Highest 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 sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.3 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | On, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142 grams (0.31 lbs) | 193 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | 300 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $180 | $280 |