Panasonic ZR3 vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched October 2014
Panasonic ZR3 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic ZR3 versus Ricoh WG-30W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe ZR3 was unveiled 5 years prior to the WG-30W and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the ZR3 scores versus the WG-30W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic ZR3 vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 and Ricoh WG-30W. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Ricoh WG-30W
ZR3 | WG-30W |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Panasonic ZR3
WG-30W | ZR3 | |||
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Launched | October 2014 | January 2010 | Fresher by 57 months |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR3 and Ricoh WG-30W
ZR3 | WG-30W | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Panasonic ZR3 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR3 has got outside dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30W has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic ZR3 versus Ricoh WG-30W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZR3 compared to the WG-30W.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ZR3 and WG-30W is 94 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic ZR3 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ZR3 and WG-30W.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-30W to offer extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older ZR3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic ZR3 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Ricoh WG-30W |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-ZX3 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-01-26 | 2014-10-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 159g (0.35 pounds) | 194g (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | - | 300 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $280 | $280 |