Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-30

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic ZS1 versus Ricoh WG-30, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the ZS1 (10MP) and WG-30 (16MP) and the ZS1 (1/2.5") and WG-30 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS1 was introduced 6 years earlier than the WG-30 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the ZS1 matches up vs the WG-30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 & Ricoh WG-30. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS1 has got physical dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS1 versus the WG-30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS1 and WG-30 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS1 and WG-30.

All in all, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ZS1 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Ricoh WG-30 will deliver greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older ZS1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.