Panasonic ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-20

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic ZS10 and Ricoh WG-20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS10 was brought out 4 years earlier than the WG-20 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the ZS10 grades against the WG-20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 & Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS10 enjoys external dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the ZS10 against the WG-20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS10 and WG-20 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS10 and WG-20.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures however you have to consider the age of the products into consideration. The older ZS10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.