Panasonic ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-6

Here is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic ZS10 versus Ricoh WG-6, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the ZS10 (14MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS10 was introduced 8 years prior to the WG-6 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ZS10 matches up vs the WG-6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 and Ricoh WG-6. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS10 offers outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-6 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Panasonic ZS10 versus Ricoh WG-6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS10 versus the WG-6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS10 and WG-6 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS10 and WG-6.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-6 to give you extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older ZS10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.