Panasonic ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Panasonic ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Launched January 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released October 2014
Panasonic ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS10 versus Ricoh WG-30W, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe ZS10 was launched 4 years earlier than the WG-30W and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ZS10 scores vs the WG-30W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 and Ricoh WG-30W. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Ricoh WG-30W
ZS10 | WG-30W | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Panasonic ZS10
WG-30W | ZS10 | |||
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Released | October 2014 | January 2011 | Fresher by 45 months |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS10 and Ricoh WG-30W
ZS10 | WG-30W | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS10 provides physical dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30W has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic ZS10 versus Ricoh WG-30W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS10 against the WG-30W.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS10 and WG-30W is 91 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The photograph below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS10 and WG-30W.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Ricoh WG-30W to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older ZS10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | Ricoh WG-30W |
Also called | Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-25 | 2014-10-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 219 gr (0.48 lb) | 194 gr (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 260 photographs | 300 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $350 | $280 |