Panasonic ZS20 vs Ricoh WG-4

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZS20 vs Ricoh WG-4, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the ZS20 (14MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS20 was released 21 months prior to the WG-4 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the ZS20 scores vs the WG-4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 & Ricoh WG-4. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS20 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS20 provides external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS20 vs Ricoh WG-4 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the ZS20 compared to the WG-4.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS20 and WG-4 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The image here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS20 and WG-4.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Ricoh WG-4 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged ZS20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.