Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh WG-50

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic ZR1 versus Ricoh WG-50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the ZR1 (12MP) and WG-50 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZR1 was revealed 8 years earlier than the WG-50 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the ZR1 matches up against the WG-50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 and Ricoh WG-50. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZR1 provides exterior measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-50 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZR1 versus Ricoh WG-50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the ZR1 versus the WG-50.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the ZR1 and WG-50 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The picture here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZR1 and WG-50.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-50 to provide more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged ZR1 will be behind in sensor technology.