Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh WG-4

Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic TS5 versus Ricoh WG-4, both Waterproof cameras by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS5 was launched 6 months prior to the WG-4 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the TS5 matches up vs the WG-4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Ricoh WG-4. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS5 offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic TS5 versus Ricoh WG-4 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the TS5 vs the WG-4.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS5 and WG-4 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TS5 and WG-4.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account.