Panasonic TS6 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Panasonic TS6 vs Ricoh WG-5 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
- Launched January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS5
(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
- 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
- Released February 2015
- Older Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- New Model is Ricoh WG-6
Panasonic TS6 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic TS6 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TS6 was released at a similar time to the WG-5 GPS and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TS6 scores against the WG-5 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS6 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS6 Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
TS6 | WG-5 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Panasonic TS6
WG-5 GPS | TS6 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic TS6 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS
TS6 | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Released | January 2015 | February 2015 | Similar age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Panasonic TS6 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS6 has exterior dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check the Panasonic TS6 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the TS6 vs the WG-5 GPS.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS6 and WG-5 GPS is 91 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic TS6 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS6 and WG-5 GPS.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you would want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.
Panasonic TS6 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS6 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FT6 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 14.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214g (0.47 lb) | 236g (0.52 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | 240 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $300 | $500 |