Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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90 Imaging
40 Features
43 Overall
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Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2013
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT5
- Replaced the Panasonic TS4
- Successor is Panasonic TS6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Successor is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic TS5 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TS5 was launched 6 months before the WG-4 GPS and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the TS5 scores vs the WG-4 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS5 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
TS5 | WG-4 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Panasonic TS5
WG-4 GPS | TS5 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic TS5 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
TS5 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | February 2014 | Similar age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic TS5 features external dimensions 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 GPS has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check the Panasonic TS5 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the TS5 and the WG-4 GPS.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and WG-4 GPS is 91 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The pic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS5 and WG-4 GPS.
All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files though you need to factor the age of the products into consideration.
Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FT5 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-07-12 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 lb) | 235 gr (0.52 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 370 shots | 240 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DMW-BCM13 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $350 | $210 |