Panasonic ZR3 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Ricoh WG-M1 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
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Launched September 2014
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Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZR3 versus Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ZR3 scores versus the WG-M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| ZR3 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimension | 2.7" |  | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.2") |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Panasonic ZR3
| WG-M1 | ZR3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | September 2014 |  | January 2010 | Newer by 56 months |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR3 and Ricoh WG-M1
| ZR3 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | No Touch screen |
Panasonic ZR3 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR3 has got outside measurements 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-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the ZR3 against the WG-M1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZR3 and WG-M1 is 94 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic ZR3 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZR3 and WG-M1.
To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images although you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged ZR3 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Ricoh |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
| Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-ZX3 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2010-01-26 | 2014-09-12 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Venus Engine HD II | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | (1×) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 1.5" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 115k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | - |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | - |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.30 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | AVCHD Lite | H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 159 grams (0.35 lb) | 190 grams (0.42 lb) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
| 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 | - | 350 photographs |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | DB-65 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $280 | $2,000 |