Panasonic TS4 vs Ricoh WG-6

Below is a extended assessment of the Panasonic TS4 and Ricoh WG-6, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The TS4 was manufactured 7 years earlier than the WG-6 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TS4 matches up against the WG-6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Ricoh WG-6. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic TS4 features physical measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-6 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS4 and Ricoh WG-6 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the TS4 compared to the WG-6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TS4 and WG-6 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS4 and WG-6.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-6 to show greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older TS4 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.