Panasonic ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-70

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS10 and Ricoh WG-70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS10 was brought out 10 years earlier than the WG-70 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the ZS10 grades versus the WG-70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 & Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery & Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS10 comes with outer 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) whilst the Ricoh WG-70 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS10 and Ricoh WG-70 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS10 against the WG-70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS10 and WG-70 is 91 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS10 and WG-70.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Ricoh WG-70 to provide you with more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ZS10 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.