Panasonic ZS30 vs Ricoh WG-70

Lets look a little more in depth at the Panasonic ZS30 and Ricoh WG-70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the ZS30 (18MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS30 was launched 8 years before the WG-70 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the ZS30 scores versus the WG-70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 and Ricoh WG-70. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS30 provides exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while 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).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS30 and Ricoh WG-70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the ZS30 versus the WG-70.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS30 and WG-70 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS30 and WG-70.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged ZS30 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.