Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh WG-20

In this article, we are looking at the Panasonic TS5 and Ricoh WG-20, both Waterproof cameras by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS5 was unveiled 6 months prior to the WG-20 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the TS5 scores vs the WG-20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Ricoh WG-20. The full galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS5 offers outside measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS5 and Ricoh WG-20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the TS5 vs the WG-20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and WG-20 is 91 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS5 and WG-20.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS5 to result in more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively.