Panasonic ZS25 vs Ricoh WG-70

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic ZS25 and Ricoh WG-70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS25 was introduced 8 years earlier than the WG-70 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ZS25 matches up against the WG-70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 & Ricoh WG-70. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery & Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS25 features outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-70 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the ZS25 vs the WG-70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS25 and WG-70 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The image below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS25 and WG-70.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you might want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged ZS25 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.