Panasonic TS4 vs Ricoh WG-80

In this article, we will be matching up the Panasonic TS4 and Ricoh WG-80, both Waterproof cameras by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and WG-80 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS4 was announced 11 years before the WG-80 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the TS4 matches up vs the WG-80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Ricoh WG-80. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS4 provides external measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-80 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the TS4 versus the WG-80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TS4 and WG-80 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS4 and WG-80.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Ricoh WG-80 to provide more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged TS4 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.