Panasonic ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-30

Below is a extended assessment of the Panasonic ZS10 and Ricoh WG-30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS10 was launched 4 years before the WG-30 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the ZS10 matches up against the WG-30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 and Ricoh WG-30. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS10 features exterior measurements 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-30 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS10 and Ricoh WG-30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS10 against the WG-30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS10 and WG-30 is 91 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS10 and WG-30.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Ricoh WG-30 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older ZS10 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.