Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-20

Here is a extended overview of the Panasonic ZS1 and Ricoh WG-20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the ZS1 (10MP) and WG-20 (14MP) and the ZS1 (1/2.5") and WG-20 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The ZS1 was revealed 5 years earlier than the WG-20 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the ZS1 matches up against the WG-20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 and Ricoh WG-20. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS1 comes with physical measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS1 and Ricoh WG-20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the ZS1 compared to the WG-20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS1 and WG-20 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS1 and WG-20.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The ZS1 with its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Ricoh WG-20 will provide extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older ZS1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.